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2021 Mercedes AMG GT C

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

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Model year20212020

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.39 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-40 / 5W-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 0309970748. 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 size265/35ZR19/XL (98Y), Rear: 305/30ZR20/XL (103Y)OEM · verified
Wheel / rim9, Rear: 12 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0309970748 alt 278180000990
Engine air filter178094000464
Fuel filter1724700400
Spark plug0001590500
Battery0009826925
Front wiper blades1978200645
Thermostat1772008801

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length206.3 in
Overall width79.9 in
Overall height72.4 in
Wheelbase123.2 in
Curb weight5939 lb
Track (front / rear)66.9 / 68.1 in

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.39 qt of 0W-40 / 5W-40 engine oil. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantCoolant listed on either MB 325.6
Engine Oil0W-40 · 5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity7.39 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9.6 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

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

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

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

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V365000Electrical System:SoftwareReported 20/05/2022

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and… Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner…

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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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2021 AMG GT C take?

7.39 qt of 0W-40, 5W-40, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 AMG GT C have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.