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1999 Mercedes S600

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1999 S600.

The 1999 Mercedes S600 takes 11 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.

Model year2015201320051999

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity11 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque110 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 · 825 CCA battery. 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 · 825 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235-60HR16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine air filter0030946804
Fuel filter0024772701
Spark plug0031598103
Thermostat015997234864 alt 1202000015

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length205.1 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase123.6 in
Curb weight4960 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 62.2 in

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 11 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
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 Capacity11 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts295 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
Cylinder Firing Order1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)675 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)75 rpm
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in
Ignition Timing5-20 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.09-2.31 lbs
Oil TypeMB part number 0019890803 or equivalent
Oil Capacity5.41 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance825 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)54.0-61.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)46.0-52.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance14-17 ohms
Engine Compression145-203 psi
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ 700 rpm, 43.5 @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.003 in / 0.004 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.181 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.181 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.102 in / 0.787 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.079 in / 0.764 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-10030 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
141 ft. lbs.41 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
141 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-10041 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 1999 S600 take?

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