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2021 Mercedes CLA35 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 CLA35 AMG.

The 2021 Mercedes CLA35 AMG takes 5.8 qt of 0W-20 engine oil.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0219976045. 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.

Tire size235/40R18/XL 95VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8, Optional: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0219976045 alt 000997250564
Engine air filter2600940300
Spark plug0001590500
Front wiper blades1778209800
Thermostat2602002900 alt 024997634564
Cabin air filter2478300604

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.8 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMB Sheet 236.21
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.38 its.
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine Oil Capacity5.8 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper BoltsStep 1 148.0 ft-lbs, Step 2: 180° ft-lbs
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts10.3 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new seal: 30.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque17.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.30 lbs
Oil Capacity2.80 oz

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

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 2021 CLA35 AMG take?

5.8 qt of 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40; Above 23°F: 20W-40, 20W-50; Above 5°F: 15W-30, 15W-40, 15W-50; Above -4°F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60; Above -13°F: 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50. Oil meeting MB Sheet: 229.51, 229.52, 229.61 and 229.71, per the factory manual.