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2015 Mercedes ML350

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 ML350.

The 2015 Mercedes ML350 takes 9.0 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.

Model year20152011

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9.0 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 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 0209975445. 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 sizeP255/50R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0209975445 alt 2761800009
Spark plug0041598103
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades166820104528
Thermostat276201068064 alt 026997974564
Cabin air filter1668300218

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 9.0 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 1-4-2-5-3-6. 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
Engine Coolant Capacity12.7
Engine Oil0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50
Engine Oil Capacity9.0 qt
Engine Oil0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50
Engine Oil Capacity7.4 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity26.4 gallons

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.3 ft/lbs.
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsUpper: 6.6 ft-lbs; Lower: 6.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.8 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes - Benz
Spark Plug Gap.031 in
Spark Plug Torque17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46

Service checks

Engine CompressionDiesel psi 333-435 / max variation 43 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 41; Rear: 26 /; Front: 41; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 59; Rear: 44 /; Front: 59 Turn; Rear: 44 Turn
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 Vehicle

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1258.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 184.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30258 ft. lbs
Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1184.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 147.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30184 ft. lbs
Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1258.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 184.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30258 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil. The length of new M12 cylinder head bolts are 205mm. if the length of the M12 bolts are greater than the maximum permissible dimension of 207mm, replace with new cylinder head bolts. · Bolts 1-8

17.4 ft. lbs.; Bolt 117.4 ft. lbs
114.8 ft. lbs.; Bolts 1-814.8 ft. lbs
244.25 ft. lbs.; Bolt 1144.25 ft. lbs
214.8 ft. lbs.; Bolts 1-814.8 ft. lbs
390 degrees; Bolt 1190 degrees
314.8 ft. lbs.; Bolts 1-814.8 ft. lbs
490 degrees; Bolt 1190 degrees
414.8 ft. lbs.; Bolts 1-814.8 ft. lbs
590 degrees; Bolt 1190 degrees
514.8 ft. lbs.14.8 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil. · Bolts 1-8

114.8 ft. lbs.14.8 ft. lbs
229.5 ft. lbs.29.5 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees
590 degrees90 degrees
6Bolt 11 10.3 ft. lbs.10.3 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 2015 ML350 take?

9.0 qt of All temperatures: 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 meeting MB specification sheet 229.3, 229.5, 229.51 or equivalent., per the factory manual.