Shell Helix Diesel Ultra AB-L 5W-30

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Category

Engine oils

Viscosity

SAE 5W-30

Manufacturer code

001C8172

Availability

On order

Manufacturer's description

Maximum performance right up to the next oil change. Shell Helix Diesel Ultra AB-L is a latest-generation, fully synthetic engine oil designed specifically to meet the requirements of all Mercedes-Benz diesel engines, including diesel engines with particulate filters. Approved by Mercedes-Benz for normal and extended service (Europe). It contains Shell's latest active cleansing technology to continuously prevent dirt and deposit build-up, delivering maximum performance right up to the next oil change.

Applications

• Approved by Mercedes-Benz for engines requiring the MB 229.51 specification.
• API: SM/CF
• ACEA: C3
• MB approval: 229.51
• BMW: LL-04

Performance & benefits

• Emissions system protectionThe low-SAPS formula ensures a long service life for diesel engines fitted with particulate filters and three-way catalysts.
• Shell's latest active cleansing technologyFive times more effective at removing deposits from dirty engines than mineral oil.
• Long-term oxidation stabilityUp to 37% more protection than other fully synthetic oils tested.
• Fuel economyExceeds the fuel economy requirements for MB cars.
• Specially selected synthetic base oilsReduce oil volatility and therefore oil consumption. The need to top up with oil is consequently reduced.
• High shear stabilityMaintains viscosity and viscosity grade throughout the drain interval.
• Minimises engine vibration and noiseMore comfortable and quieter operation.

Standards & approvals

• ACEA C3

  ACEA C3 oil sequence

  ACEA's sequence for catalyst-compatible, low-SAPS engines.Source

• BMW LL-04

  BMW Longlife-04

  BMW's approval for low-SAPS oils in engines with a particulate filter and sensitive catalysts. It protects the aftertreatment system across long drain intervals.

Approved for

• BMW
• Mercedes-Benz
• MB

Typical characteristics

Complete documentation

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• TDSROJanuary 2013
• SDSENMay 2023
• SDSROMay 2023