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2007 Mercedes R500

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 R500.

The 2007 Mercedes R500 takes 9 qt of 0W-30 engine oil.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity9 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 49 · 950 CCA battery. 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 49 · 950 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP255-55R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rimN/A inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Fuel filter2514700090
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades2518200100
Thermostat1122030076 alt 1122030275

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length203.5 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height65.4 in
Wheelbase126.8 in
Curb weight5004 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 9 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 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.5-9.5
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Engine Oil0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50
Engine Oil Capacity9 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant CapacityLess rear A/C, 2.14; w/rear A/C, 2.69. lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.72 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance950 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief20.3 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature185-192 °F
Engine Compression130-174 PSI. 21 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Compression130-174 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket40 ft-lbs / 18 ft-lbs
Torque to KnuckleSTEP 1: 44, STEP 2: 45 DEGREES ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.26 in / 0.551 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.26 in / 0.551 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.181 in / 0.472 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.157 in / 0.448 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90148 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
160 inch lbs., Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 9060 in

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 2007 R500 take?

9 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.