Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2011 S600.
The 2011 Mercedes S600, a model that demands precise care, features an engine oil capacity of 9.5 quarts. Recommended viscosities include 0W-30, 5W-30, and 0W-40, offering flexibility for varying climates. This specification is a key detail for owners and technicians, as proper lubrication is critical to the vehicle's operation.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 2751800009. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 2751800009 |
| Engine air filter | 2750940204 |
| Fuel filter | 2214701790 |
| Battery | 0019828208 alt 0019828008 |
| Front wiper blades | 2218201300 |
| Thermostat | 1372030180 |
| Cabin air filter | 2218300718 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 205.1 in |
| Overall width | 73.6 in |
| Overall height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 124.8 in |
| Curb weight | 4960 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.6 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9.5 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 / 0W-40 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.5-10.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3.5 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 325.0 |
| Engine Coolant | USE ONLY COOLANT MEETING MB SHEET 326.0 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 5W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-40 · 5W-50 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.5 qt |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 11 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.0 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 11.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-12-5-8-3-10-8-7-2-11-4-9 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9 |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | Less rear A/C, 2.36; w/rear A/C, 2.60. lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.72 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | V4 |
| Pressure Test | 20 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185-192 °F |
| Engine Compression | 174 |
| Engine Compression | 174-232 psi |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 21 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 133 ft-lbs / 81 ft-lbs |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.26 in / 1.417 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.26 in / 1.417 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 1.2 in / 1.339 in / 1.358 in / 0.866 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.181 in / 1.315 in / 1.339 in / 0.843 in |
| 1 | 148 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 148 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 202 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 202 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees; The length of the new cylinder head bolts are 132mm. If the length of the bolts are greater than the maximum permissible dimension (135.5mm), replace with new cylinder head bolts. | 90 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011… Remedy: Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes…
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9.5 qt of 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40 OR 5W-50, per the factory manual.
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