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2016 Mercedes CLA45 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 CLA45 AMG.

Model year20212016

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 2701840280. 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 size235/40R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter2701840280 alt 278180000990
Battery0019828108 alt 0019828008
Front wiper blades1768204300
Thermostat024997634564 alt 2702002200

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.6 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3494 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

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. 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 Capacity12.6 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts10.3
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15 ft/lbs.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts10.3 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes - Benz
Spark Plug Gap.031 in
Spark Plug Torque16 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0-20.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.36 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.72 oz

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 21 /; Front: 21; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 133; Rear: 81 /
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 Vehicle
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.181; Rear: .787
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.200; Rear: .807

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1118.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 88.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90118 ft. lbs
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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