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2021 Mercedes GLE53 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 GLE53 AMG.

The 2021 Mercedes GLE53 AMG takes 9.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil.

Model year20222021

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 size275/45R21/XL 110V, Rear: 315/40R21/XL 115VOEM · verified
Wheel / rimFront: 10, Rear: 11, Optional: Front: 10, Rear: 11.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0289974745 alt 2561840080
Engine air filter6540940004
Spark plug2541590000
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades1678209201
Thermostat2562002000
Cabin air filter1678350200

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

Engine Oil Capacity9.0 qt

Engine torques

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

Ignition

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

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.49 lbs
Oil Capacity4.2 oz

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180°148 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 GLE53 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.