Debate is On...which brand of oil for the i4?

[boisecrawfords]

I just clicked over 1k miles so doing my first change and planning Mobil as I've always viewed it as a higher quality oil. Here is the one I'm planning as it meets the MB standard (seems fitting for an MB engine), but love other's thoughts. And a recommended filter?

Amazon.com

Also, anyone else changed the oil/filter on the i4? If so, how long should I plan?

 

[netsinah]

There are a few postings on the Forum, about i4 engine oil and some tips on changing the i4 oil/filter, that you may find helpful (good luck!):

I4 Emira Turbo/AMG DIY oil changes?

Who has done their own oil change on the Emira I4 /AMG? If so, can you post your process and experience In doing so? Tons of info on the V6 oil changes…..haven’t seen this on the AMG version.

www.emiraforum.com

I4 Engine oil

What are people using, when they need to top up? Lotus manual says Total INEO XTRA EC5 SAE 0W/20 / C5, SN Plus / ILSAC GF-6A / MB229.71 Looking for that stuff in the UK, bring up about 3 different alternatives, none of which fit the description 100% If you do have suggestions, where are you...

www.emiraforum.com

 

[ManuelB]

I recently ordered (from Mercedes) everything needed for the first oil change on my i4 M139, and here’s what I got:

• A176 180 08 00 – OEM Oil Filter (A45S AMG)
• N007603 014106 – Drain plug with washer
• A000989340911ABAW – Mercedes-Benz Engine Oil SAE 0W-20 MB 229.71 – 7 liters

Everything is OEM and fully compliant with Mercedes-AMG specifications. The oil meets the MB 229.71 standard, which is required for the M139 engine. I went with 7L to be safe — the engine takes around 6,5L with filter but on service usually only 6L are required.

 

[Madimira]

I just ordered a case of AMSOIL 0W-20 LS Euro engineered for MB 229.71 vehicles.

AMSOIL 0W-20 LS

A45S OEM Filter as above.

 

[Neil D.]

Torque settings
Filter housing 25 N.m ( printed on housing, if my memory serves me well)
Sump Plug 30N.m
Neil

 

[elan]

Mobile 1 ESP
0-20
as stated , it meets all MB requirements. Mobile 1 is factory fill I believe for Corvette and Porsche cars ( or so it is advertised ). I say I believe because I have never personally taken a Porsche or Corvette off the showroom floor and had it anaiyzed.
Available at Walmart in 5 qt jugs at a very reasonable price.
I have used Mobile 1 for years in a variety of my personal race and street cars ( hi performance to my daily SUV and my tow vehicles.). Never had any problems.
I don't get all wound up on the " metaphysical " tyraids from home grown oil experts that I see on many car forums claiming the superiority of various other oils.
Mobile 1 is a quallity oil that is periodically upgraded and reformulated , readily available at a reasonible price nationwide from Walmart and has given me excellent service over decades in all types of my vehicles.. So, I stick with it.
.....Let the oil afficianotos begin their rants.......

 

[F1 SML8R]

There is no argument, Mobil 1 for its quality and broad availability. Additionally, if you change the oil like I do every 5K miles, the discussion ends even faster. No oil is in there long enough to degrade materially in any way. Oil is cheap, engines are not.