HeHeHe.... I thought you might take the bait, but you're too smart for that. I was referring to the 75 240D (616.916) where the maintenance schedule specifies 3000 miles.

On the 123 240D's, I believe you are right, the book say's 5000. Since there is very little real difference between a 616.916 vs a 616.912, it makes one wonder why MB extended the oil change recommendation. My guess is, it was because the oil quality improved significantly, say, 1977 vs 1968.

Just for your information, I also think that 3000 is too soon, assuming that a good universal grade oil is being used and no other negative factors are involved. I go 5000 on all of mine. At the moment, For the time being, I have gone to 2500 on the 300D only because oil analysis shows potassium, which is probably from coolant (although analysis does not show antifreeze in the oil). If this clears up over the next few changes, I will go back to 5000.

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