Shell Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 0W-30

Approved by

• Mercedes-Benz

Standards & approvals

• MB-Approval 229.52

  Official approval

  Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS engine oil for high-sulphur-fuel markets

  Low-SAPS Mercedes-Benz approval alongside 229.51, extended to markets with higher-sulphur fuel.

• MB-Approval 229.51

  Official approval

  Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS extended-drain engine oil

  Low-SAPS Mercedes-Benz approval for extended-drain engine oil in petrol and diesel passenger cars with a particulate filter, above 229.31.

• MB-Approval 229.31

  Official approval

  Mercedes-Benz low-SAPS passenger-car engine oil, predecessor level

  Low-SAPS Mercedes-Benz approval for petrol and diesel engines with a particulate filter, predecessor of 229.51.

• ACEA C2

  ACEA C2 oil sequence

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

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Range

Shell Helix

Category

Engine oils

Viscosity

SAE 0W-30

Manufacturer code

001F2651

Availability

On request

Compatible vehicles

Fiat

500, 500L, 500X, Tipo

Mercedes-Benz

C-Class W204, C-Class W205, E-Class W211, E-Class W212, GLE W166, M-Class W166, Sprinter W906, Vito W447

Porsche

Cayenne, Macan, Panamera

Volkswagen

Golf VI, Golf VII, Passat B7, Passat B8, Tiguan I, Tiguan II, Touareg

Derived from the vehicle makers' approvals this product meets. Check the specification your vehicle's manual requires.

Typical characteristics

Manufacturer's description

Fully synthetic SAE 0W-30 engine oil with Emissions Compatible Technology (ECT) and low SAPS, for modern petrol, particulate-filter diesel and LPG engines. It has a viscosity of 11.90 cSt at 100 °C and 58.70 cSt at 40 °C, a viscosity index of 204 and a pour point of -51 °C. It meets ACEA C2/C3 and API SN, VW 504 00 / 507 00 and Porsche C30, carries the Mercedes-Benz MB 229.52, 229.51 and 229.31 approvals and meets Fiat 9.55535-GS1 and -DS1 (not for Fiat SDE 1.3 L Euro 6 engines). It gives up to 2.6% additional fuel economy.

Applications

• The fully synthetic Shell Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 formulation uses Shell's advanced technology to help the exhaust catalyst on gasoline engines and to protect and keep diesel particulate filters clean of the ash that leads to reduced engine performance.
• Shell Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 can be used in modern gasoline engines, diesel engines with particulate filters and LPG engines.
• Shell Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 0W-30 is suitable for vehicles currently using SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 grades, offering enhanced engine protection and fuel economy
• Applicable where an API SN oil is required. Maintains viscosity within limits throughout the drain interval.
• Low-evaporation formulationLow oil consumption and reduced top-up quantity. ACEA C2 / C3 oil. Specifications, approvals and recommendations
• DO NOT USE IN FIAT 1.3 L SDE EURO 6 ENGINES. To find the right Shell Helix product for your equipment, consult Shell LubeMatch at http://lubematch.shell.com
• Advice on applications not found here can be obtained from Shell distributor or Shell Lubricants representatives or from the technical helpdesks.
• Porsche C30. DO NOT USE IN FIAT 1.3 L SDE EURO 6 ENGINES

Performance & benefits

• Shell's advanced emissions-compatible technology, for low-SAPS oil.
• Protects the emission system by helping to keep the particulate filter clean.
• Shell's latest active-cleansing technology: helps protect high-performance engines by maintaining performance and removing deposits.
• High level of deposit protection: keeps the engine cleaner, closer to factory standard, than other oils.
• Superior wear protection: up to 4 times better than the API SN requirement and up to 50% better than the ACEA C2/C3 requirement.
• Formulated with special antioxidants: provides excellent oxidation protection throughout the drain interval.
• Low viscosity and low friction: up to 2.6% greater fuel economy.
• Superior piston cleanliness: cleans up to 45% better than the ACEA C2/C3 requirement and exceeds the API SN requirement.