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2008 Mercedes CLK63 AMG Black Series

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 CLK63 AMG Black Series.

The 2008 Mercedes CLK63 AMG Black Series takes 9.3 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.3 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 49 · 760 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1561840361. 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 49 · 760 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeRearOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1561840361 alt 0001803009
Engine air filter1560940504
Spark plug0041593903
Battery0009823108 alt 0019828008
Thermostat1562030380 alt 1562030475
Cabin air filter2038301200

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.7 in
Overall width68.5 in
Overall height54.3 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3902 lb
Track (front / rear)58.3 / 57.1 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 9.3 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 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.

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 Capacity9.3 qt

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts16.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts96 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub162 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.65 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance760 cca
Optional BCI Group Number48

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature185-192 °F
Engine Compression174-232 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle84 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle62 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle84 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.417 in / 1.259 in / 1.023 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.417 in / 1.259 in / 1.023 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1184 ft. lbs., step 2: 360 degrees, step 3: 147 ft. lbs., step 4: 180184 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4, Step 290 degrees

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 2008 CLK63 AMG Black Series take?

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