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2021 Mercedes S560

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 S560.

The 2021 Mercedes S560 takes 9.5 qt of 0W-20 engine oil.

Model year202120202018

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.5 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 1761800800. 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 size245/45R19/XL 102H, Rear: 275/40R19 101HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5, Rear: 9.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1761800800
Engine air filter1770940104
Spark plug0001590500
Battery000982960864
Front wiper blades2178202000
Thermostat1772008801

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length198 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight4795 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 65 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 9.5 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantCoolant listed on either MB 325.6
Engine Oil Capacity9.5 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 Bolts9.6 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

Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque16.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
144.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°.44 in
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1030 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°15 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
110.3 ft. lbs., Step 2: 10.3 ft. lbs., Step 3: 10.310.3 ft. lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
144.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 15.044 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 S560 take?

9.5 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: 229.52 or 229.61, per the factory manual.