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2021 Mercedes E53 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 E53 AMG.

The 2021 Mercedes E53 AMG takes 9.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.0 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 0289974745. 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 size245/40R19/XL 98H, Rear: 275/35R19/XL 100HOEM · verified
Wheel / rimFront: 8, Rear: 9; Optional: Front: 8, Rear: 9; Front: 8.5, Rear: 9.5; Front: 8.5, Rear: 9.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0289974745 alt 2561840080
Engine air filter6540940004
Spark plug2541590000
Battery0019828108 alt 0019828008
Front wiper blades2388200601 alt 2138203604
Thermostat2562002000
Cabin air filter1668300218

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.1 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase115.7 in
Curb weight4343 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMB Sheet 236.17
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.5 qt
Engine CoolantCoolant listed on either MB 325.6
Engine Oil Capacity9.0 qt
Transfer Case FluidMB P/N A 001989780309
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity0.73 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsBolts 1-9: 6.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 18.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 37.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 15.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 37.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug10.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque11.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180°37 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 15.015 ft. lbs

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 E53 AMG take?

9.0 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.