Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Mercedes Benz C280 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.20 OZS. | 0.15 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.85 LBS. | 0.83 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.00 QTS. | 8.51 L | MB Automatic Transmission Fluid | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.50 QTS. | 0.47 L | DOT 4+ MB Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | SAE 85W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). TSB No. P-B18.40/18a: The specified oil fill capacity, with oil filter change, of all U.S. version with series 203 is reduced from 8.5 qts. (8.0l) to 7.90 qts. (7.5l). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.40 GALS. | 62.08 L | Includes: a reserve of 2.1 gal. | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlamp Cleaner | 6.40 QTS. | 6.05 L | MB Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid S and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/o Headlamp Cleaning System | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | MB Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid S and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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