Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2011 S550.
The 2011 Mercedes S550 Overview notes a 9‑quart oil capacity and lists viscosities of 0W‑30, 5W‑30, or 0W‑40. These figures illustrate the maintenance specifications that have been associated with the model. The 2011 model year is part of the S550's continuous lineage, marking another chapter in its ongoing presence.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 0259976548. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 0259976548 alt 0259976648 |
| Fuel filter | 2214701790 |
| Battery | 0019828008 alt 0019828108 |
| Front wiper blades | 2218201300 |
| Thermostat | 2722000515 |
| Cabin air filter | 2218300718 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 205.1 in |
| Overall width | 73.6 in |
| Overall height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 124.8 in |
| Curb weight | 4630 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.6 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.5-13.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3.5 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 325.0 |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 326.0 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9 qt |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 11.8 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 12.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | Less rear A/C, 2.36; w/rear A/C, 2.60. lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.72 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | V4 |
| Pressure Test | 20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185-192 °F |
| Engine Compression | 174 |
| Engine Compression | 174-232 psi |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 21 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs / 133 ft-lbs |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.472 in / 0.944 in / 1.26 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.472 in / 0.944 in / 1.26 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.413 in / 0.866 in / 1.2 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.393 in / 0.842 in / 1.181 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.944 in / 1.259 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.944 in / 1.259 in |
| 1 | 148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 148 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011… Remedy: Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes…
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through… Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact…
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9 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.