Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 C280 Wagon 4matic.
The 2006 Mercedes C280 Wagon 4matic takes 8.5 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 760 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Battery | 0009823108 alt 0009823308 |
| Thermostat | 0139973645 alt 015997614564 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 178.3 in |
| Overall width | 68.1 in |
| Overall height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3461 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 58.7 / 57.5 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 53/47 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 8.5 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-3-6-2-5. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 7.5-9.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.1 Pints |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.3 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 325.0 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 qt |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-3-6-2-5 |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.031 in |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.80 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | MB part number 0019890803 or equivalent |
| Oil Capacity | 5.20 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 cca |
| Pressure Test | 20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185-190 °F |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 41 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs / 85 ft-lbs |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.393 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.393 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.346 in / 1.023 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.326 in / 1 in |
| 1 | 148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 148 ft. lbs |
Prep Bolts 1-8
| 1 | 14.8 ft. lbs. | 14.8 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 29.5 ft. lbs. | 29.5 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 29.5 | |
| 4 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 5 | 90 degrees; Bolt 9 | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
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8.5 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.