Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc; Capacities - Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Operator's Manual

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Capacities

Engine with oil filter
Automatic transmission
Rear axle
Hydraulic system for active body control (ABC)
Power steering
Front wheel hubs
Brake system
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore use only
products tested and approved by
Mercedes Benz.
Model Capacity
SL 500 7.9 US qt (7.5 l)
SL 600 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
SL 55 AMG 9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
SL 65 AMG 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
SL 500 10.3 US qt (9.7 l)
SL 600 8.0 US qt (7.5 l)
SL 55 AMG 9.1 US qt (8.6 l)
SL 65 AMG 8.0 US qt (7.5 l)
SL 500 1.5 US qt (1.4 l)
SL 600 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
SL 55 AMG 1.5 US qt (1.4 l)
SL 65 AMG 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
approx. 4.3 US qt (4.0 l)
approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)
approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease
1.1 US qt (1.05 l)
Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser-
vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Approved engine oils
MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Hypoid gear oil SAE 75 W 140
MB Hydraulic Fluid
MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin
CHF 11S)
MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)
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