1993 Mercedes Benz 300DFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Amp Hr. Rating
300D 92
300SD, 300SE 100
FLUID CAPACITIES - 300D

Application Quantity
Automatic Transmission (ATF) (1) 5.8 Qts. (5.5L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater) 10.0 Qts. (9.5L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1) 7.4 Qts. (7.0L)
Differential (SAE 90W) 1.2 Qts. (1.1L)
Power Steering 1.1 Qts. (1.0L)
(1) Specification is for fluid change. Dry fill will be more.
FLUID CAPACITIES - 300SD

Application Quantity
Cooling System (Includes Heater) 11.6 Qts. (11.0L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1) 8.5 Qts. (8.0L)
Differential (SAE 90W) 1.4 Qts. (1.3L)
Power Steering 1.4 Qts. (1.3L)
(1) Specification is for fluid change. Dry fill will be more.
FLUID CAPACITIES - 300E

Application Quantity
Automatic Transmission (ATF) (1) 6.3 Qts. (6.0L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater) 10.0 Qts. (9.5L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1) 7.9 Qts. (7.5L)
Differential (SAE 90W) 1.2 Qts. (1.1L)
Power Steering 1.1 Qts. (1.0L)
(1) Specification is for fluid change. Dry fill will be more.
FLUID CAPACITIES - 300SE

Application Quantity
Automatic Transmission (ATF) (1) 7.9 Qts. (7.5L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater) 15.3 Qts. (14.5L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1) 7.9 Qts. (7.5L)
Differential (SAE 90W) 1.4 Qts. (1.3L)
(1) Specification is for fluid change. Dry fill will be more.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.