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2016 Mercedes SLK300

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 SLK300.

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCA battery, OE oil filter 0259976448. 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 Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/45R17; REAR: P245/40R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5, 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0259976448 alt 0169971745
Engine air filter2740940104
Fuel filter1724700400 alt 1724700290
Battery2115410001 alt 0019828108
Front wiper blades1718202500
Thermostat024997634564 alt 2742003400

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine 75W-85 · 75W-83 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. 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 Oil75W-85 · 75W-83
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.0-4.0
Engine Coolant Capacity10.0 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts10
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts10.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Rear Wheel Hub258.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0-20.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.05 oz

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 21 /; Rear: 18
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 85; Rear: 81 /
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 Vehicle

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.

129.5 ft. lbs.29.5 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees

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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