Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 C55.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
| Battery | 0009823308 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 181.5 in |
| Overall width | 68.1 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3538 lb |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 7.5-9.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.5 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 325.0 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 15 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 12 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.031 in |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.80 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | MB part number 0019890803 or equivalent |
| Oil Capacity | 5.20 oz |
| Pressure Test | 20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185-192 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum) | 54.0-61.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 46.0-52.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 159-189 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.866 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.866 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.787 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.767 in |
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