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2010 Mercedes C350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 C350.

The 2010 Mercedes C350 requires 8.5 quarts of engine oil for a complete service fill, with factory specifications listing approved viscosity grades of 0W-30, 5W-30, or 0W-40 depending on climate and operating conditions. These figures represent the definitive fluid capacity and lubrication standards for this model year. Researchers should note that this documentation provides the specific baseline oil service requirements for reference.

Model year201320102007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque96 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 700 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 groupBCI 94R · 700 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeRearOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Fuel filter2214701790
Battery0009823108 alt 0019828008
Front wiper blades2048201300
Thermostat015997614564 alt 2722000415

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height56.7 in
Wheelbase108.7 in
Curb weight3737 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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 lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.5 Pints
Engine CoolantUSE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 325.0
Engine Oil0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.8 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.8 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 6.6; Upper: 6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts96 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.30 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression174-218 psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH OPTION CODES 950, 952 / WITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH OPTION CODES 950, 952 / WITH FN3
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.102 in / 1.259 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.102 in / 1.259 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.043 in / 1.181 in / 0.787 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.023 in / 1.157 in / 0.763 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90148 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V010000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 09/01/2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service…

16V363000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 26/05/2016

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300 Sedan, C300 4matic Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan vehicles, 2010-2011 GLK350, GLK350 4-Matic and E350 Coupe vehicles, 2011 SLS AMG, E350… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 C350 take?

8.5 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 C350 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.