Which Synthetic motor oil should use -2008 Dodge Sprinter - mercedes 3.0 turbo diesel

[msksport]

I just purchased a brand new 2008 Dodge Sprinter that has a mercedes 3.0 V-6 Turbo diesel engine. I know it comes with Mobil One ESP 5W-40 synthetic motor oil. I have used Vavoline synthetic motor oil for almost 17 years (5W-30) on my gas engine and have great results. Does Valoline make a 100% synthetic motor oil: ESP 5W-40 synthetic oil??? Additional Details - Repeated question to make sure everyone one understands: Which diesel motor oil should be used 2008 dodge sprinter 3.0 turbo diesel? Would like to know what diesel motor oil should be used to meet mercedez specs on a 2008 dodge sprinter van 3.0 V-6 turbo? Please be specific and positive. IMPORTANT: "to match the spec 229.51" but i cant find any even in the mobile 1 line ...i was told mobile makes it but i cant find it ...what specifically is it called ? Thank you very much. Sincerely, msksport

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[240D 3.0T]

Mobil One ESP 5W-40 is all that should be used.

[lkchris]

The required oil is called Mobil1 ESP Formula M and is 5W-40
https://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English...a_M_5W-40.aspx

ESP means "emissions system protection" and refers to the fact the oil doesn't produce ash to ruin your diesel particulate filter. Mercedes instructions are to not add ANY QUANTITY of oil that doesn't meet the specs. This means not a quart of something else between changes.

This oil should be available at your Sprinter dealer, a Mercedes dealer, or possibly at Pep Boys.

This engine is by far the most technically sophisticated engine sold in any road-going vehicle in the USA and application of 17-years worth of 'mericun iron technology will get you nowhere but in trouble.

Mercedes-approved oils are listed here:
http://www.startekinfo.com/StarTek/o...stedDocId=9511

This list indicates suitablity of "Valvoline SynPower MST 5W-30" and this does NOT mean "any" Valvoline. The Mercedes approval should be printed on the bottle.

[msksport]

Thank you lkchris for that GREAT information. I thank you for your help!
I just have a few more questions and to make sure I understand.

1. I think I will stay with Mobil1 ESP Formula M and is 5W-40. Even if I like
Valvoline oil.
I leave in the State of Iowa, US. Where in the summer it can get 100 degrees F. and in the winter 32 degrees below F.

Question: Will 5W-40 do?? It looks like from MB book it will???


2. What type of oil filter do you recommend then? What air filter?

3. What type of diesel fuel do you recommend? I prefer not to add any additivies.

4. Is there a MB web site that I could purchase of the MB approved products like oils, grease, car washing fluid????


I tend to follow the owners manuel for any truck or car I have owned so I will stay with Mobil. An opinion on Valvoline SynPower MST 5W-30? Any opinions on which oil I should use?

Thank you very much.

[TMAllison]

0W/40 and 5W/40 covers a very broad temp range. I might let it warm up a couple of minutes and drive gently at -32F but doubt you will epxirience that very often.....

Most of us DIY'er like MB or OEM filters. They were afterall designed for the vehicle.

Your engine requires ULSD (D1 or D2) or a 5% blend of Biodiesel and D1 or D2. No other fuel is appoved.

Autohaus or Fastlane are usually good for parts.

ANY oil on the approved list/in the specified viscosity, is acceptable. The factory fill has been M1 for many years.

[msksport]

Now I have to decide what motor oil to be used on this Diesel:

Which one: (Both approved by MB)
Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5W-40*1 (Diesel only)
or
Valvoline SynPower MST 5W-30*1 (Diesel only)
or
Royal Purple - which I keep hearing from other people that this is a excellent Syn-oil.

Any more opinions???

And - where to purchase oil filters and air filters???

Any suggestions on Transmission oil (synthetic)???

Thank you very much.

[lkchris]

Skip the Royal Purple, as it isn't Mercedes approved.

Only transmission fluid to Mercedes spec 236.14

[stickygreen]

You can use the M1 ESP FM 5w40 or Mobil 1 ESP 5w30 (can be had from Dodge/Jeep dealerships).

AVlube (online) carries both oils, and I've read that both oils are now available at Pep Boys for $7/qt