Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 SLK280.
The 2008 Mercedes SLK280 takes 8.5 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.
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 48 · 680 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 | 1714700000 |
| Battery | 000982300826 |
| Front wiper blades | 1718202500 |
| Thermostat | 015997614564 alt 2722000415 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 160.6 in |
| Overall width | 70.1 in |
| Overall height | 51.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in |
| Curb weight | 3208 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.2 / 60.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 8.5 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-3-6-2-5. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.0-11.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.1 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | MTF meeting MB Sheet 231.10 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.2 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 162 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-3-6-2-5 |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | Prior to VIN 1F187120 and SLK AMG, 1.47; SLK From VIN 1F187120, 1.16. lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.06 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 680 cca |
| Pressure Test | 20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185-192 °F |
| Engine Compression | 174-218 psi |
| Torque to Knuckle | 40 ft-lbs / 85 ft-lbs |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.393 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.393 in / 1.102 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.354 in / 1.023 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.326 in / 1 in |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| 1 | 148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 148 ft. lbs |
Prep Bolts 1-8
| 1 | 14.8 ft. lbs. | 14.8 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 29.5 ft. lbs. | 29.5 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 29.5 | |
| 4 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 5 | 90 degrees; Bolt 9 | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
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8.5 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.