Recommended fluids, lubricants and genuine parts
Engine Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant Use coolant approved to MB 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent
extended life coolant. Engine Oil Only use synthetic engine oils, approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5, such as
Mobil 1 SAE 0W-40. The FSS may not alert for an oil change at the proper interval if an unapproved engine oil is used; engine damage and reduced engine life may result.
Engine Oil Filter Mopart 5102905AA or equivalent Spark Plugs Bosch F 8 DPER/NGK PFR 5-11 Spark Plug Gap 0.039 in (1.0 mm) Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Automatic Transmission Only use ATF approved to MB 236.10, MB 236.12. Synthetic Dexron IIIt Transmis-
sion Fluid may be substituted. Brake Master Cylinder Use brake fluid approved to MB 331.0, or a DOT 4 brake fluid with: minimum dry
boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling point (WERBP) 356°F (180°C), maximum viscosity 1500 mm2/s, conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925.
Clutch Fluid Use brake fluid approved to MB 331.0, or a DOT 4 brake fluid with: minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling point (WERBP) 356°F (180°C), maximum viscosity 1500 mm2/s, conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925.
Manual Transmission Fluid No fluid service required. Only use fluid approved to MB 236.2. SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting API SL or GF-3, may be substituted.
Power Steering Reservoir No fluid service required. Filled at the factory with Pentosin CHF 11S. Steering noise and reduced component life may result if an unapproved fluid is used.
Rear Axle Fluid Only use synthetic SAE 75W-85 axle lubricant that meets MB 231.1. Reduced axle durability may result if an unapproved product is used.
Tire Pressure Refer to label on driver’s door frame.
Body Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Hinges:
Door Mopart Spray White Lube Liftgate/Decklid Mopart Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Hood Springs and Links Mopart Spray White Lube Latches:
Liftgate/Decklid Mopart Spray White Lube Hood/Safety Catch Mopart Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB
Door Mopart Spray White Lube Seat Regulator and Track Mopart Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 EP, GC-LB Window System Components Mopart Spray White Lube Lock Cylinders Mopart Lock Cylinder Lube Spoiler Mopart Spray White Lube
Download Manual