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2021 Mercedes CLA45 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 CLA45 AMG.

The 2021 Mercedes CLA45 AMG takes 6.1 qt of 0W-20 engine oil.

Model year20212016

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.1 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-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 1761800800. 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 size255/35ZR19/XL (96Y)OEM · verified
Wheel / rim9, Optional: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1761800800 alt 1391810100
Engine air filter139094010064
Spark plug1391591400
Battery0019828108 alt 0019828008
Front wiper blades1778209800
Thermostat1392002702
Cabin air filter2478300604

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.1 qt of 0W-20 / 0W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidAudi/VW P/N G 055532A2
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.8 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantCoolant listed on either MB 325.6
Engine Oil Capacity6.1 qt
Transfer Case FluidAudi/VW P/N G 055 532 A2

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new seal: 22.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque11.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.30 lbs
Oil Capacity2.80 oz

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 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 2021 CLA45 AMG take?

6.1 qt of 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40; Above 23°F: 20W-40, 20W-50; Above 5°F: 15W-30, 15W-40, 15W-50; Above -4°F: 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60; Above -13°F: 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50. Oil meeting MB Sheet: 229.71, per the factory manual.