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2009 Mercedes SLK350 (171.458)

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 SLK350 (171.458).

The 2009 Mercedes SLK350 (171.458) takes 8.5 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.

Model year201220112009

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity8.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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 0259976648. 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 48 · 680 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0259976648 alt 0259976548
Fuel filter1714700000
Battery0009823108
Front wiper blades1718202500
Thermostat015997614564 alt 2722000415

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length160.6 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height51.2 in
Wheelbase95.7 in
Curb weight3230 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Engine Oil0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 qt
Manual Transmission FluidMTF meeting MB Sheet 231.10

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.8 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 6.6; Upper: 6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Rear Wheel Hub162 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant CapacityPrior to VIN 1F187120 and SLK AMG, 1.47; SLK From VIN 1F187120, 1.16. lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance680 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression174-218 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket41 ft-lbs / 18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs / 85 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.393 in / 1.102 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.393 in / 1.102 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.346 in / 1.043 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.326 in / 1.023 in
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90148 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 2009 SLK350 (171.458) take?

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