Gas is so expensive here in Hawaii its like near 5 bucks!
2006-07-28 09:47:15 · 15 answers · asked by monisanft2001 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mercedes-Benz
What is you...crazy! You have to use Premium or you will void the warranty and screw your car up. Don't abuse that little sweet ride by settling for anything less!
2006-07-28 10:01:57 · answer #1 · answered by Jose T 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Mercedes 2004 C230
2016-10-20 09:20:46 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I called Mercedes and asked about octane requirements on a 2004 c230. They said that you can try using a mid-range octane gas like Plus but most people who try it end up going back to the premium because it noticeably lowers the car's performance and causes it to knock. If you do try a lower octane gas, wait until the car is running on fumes before switching and then only put in a couple gallons or so for the first time. That way, if you notice a problem, you can switch back to the premium easier.
They also said don't try anything under 91 octane.
2006-07-28 10:27:54 · answer #3 · answered by TrippingJudy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, you do! Im in Beverly Hills, and Gas is expensive! Terrible, but you need to use high octane. You will mess up your engine, all mercedes are designed to be the best, and run on the best. You will end up spending more money on repairs. The c230 gets great gas milage anyway, and whoops any honda or prius a--. Just pay the extra or get a toyota.
2006-07-28 18:47:13 · answer #4 · answered by camasap 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like everyone else said, yes. If your owner's manual says to use premium fuel, then by all means, use premium fuel.
I have an '02 S600, so not only must I use Premium fuel, I have to make sure it's at least 93 octane, and not 91. I've noticed a huge difference between the two in my performance.
2006-07-29 03:52:45 · answer #5 · answered by Lew W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, sure do!
However, that said, your Benz will run safely on regular -- the computer will compensate for the lower octane, but it will get TERRIBLE gas mileage. Mine gets 30 - 35 on the highway running premuim, but 16 - 17 on regular. The cost per mile is lower on premium than it is on regular -- do the math yourself and you'll see that this is true.
On regular, the power will also SUCK BADLY. Little old ladies in 20 year old Yugos will blow your doors off. You'll feel like you're driving an old Chevy Vega or Ford Pinto.
2006-07-28 10:49:12 · answer #6 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Merceded recommends premium gas in most makes and models. You might try to look for ways to save on your gas here is a good article http://www.nationwidebillrelief.com/gastips.html
2006-07-28 09:52:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you can't afford the gas then how were you able to buy the car, but better yet how will you be able to afford the expences later on. as for the gas, ask the dealer becuase that way you don't find out peoples opinions and find out the real deal.
2006-07-29 11:40:22 · answer #8 · answered by serb423 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for as long as it's not under 93 octane.
if you want to use lower than 93, ask the dealer to adjust the adaptation value of ignition using diagnostic computer to avoid the check engine light coming "on" and avvoid engine knocking/pinging.
the fuel enrichment should be adjusted to stage 1, and sensitivity value to +0.5 milliseconds.
2006-07-28 09:56:44 · answer #9 · answered by sleepwalker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT USE DESIEL IN YOUR C230 yes you have to use premium other wise you can damage the engine.
2006-07-28 10:24:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋