Main Applications
- Shell Helix Ultra Professional AM-L 5W-30 for gasoline and diesel engines is approved against the technically challenging Mercedes-Benz MB 229.51¹ BMW LL-04² and Maserati low-SAPS specifications.
- It is formulated especially for use in diesel engine vehicles using diesel particulate filter (DPF) technology.
- Its low-SAPS formulation helps to protect DPF systems from plugging.
Performance, Features & Benefits
- Fuel efficiency
Passes ACEA fuel economy MB M111FE (CEC-L-54-T-96) with a minimum of 2.5% fuel efficiency improvement (average of three results).Passes MB NEDC fuel economy W204 test.
- Mercedes-Benz specific in-house tests
Passes MB M271 test for engine sludge. Passes MB M271 test for cam and piston ring wear. Passes OM646LA test (CEC-L-099-08) for cam wear (inlet/outlet), cylinder wear, bore polish, tappet wear (inlet/outlet), piston cleanliness and engine sludge. Passes MB NEDC fuel economy tests.
