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 G500FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.30 LBS. | 1.04 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.00 QTS. | 8.51 L | MB Automatic Transmission Fluid | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | Brake Fluid | 0.86 QTS. | 0.81 L | DOT 4+ MB Brake Fluid | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | Differential Lock Mechanism | 0.47 QTS. | 0.44 L | DOT 3+4 MB Brake Fluid | .47-.63 qt. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | SAE 85W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | SAE 85W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 12.70 QTS. | 12.01 L | MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 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). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 25.40 GALS. | 96.14 L | Includes: a reserve of 3.4 gal. | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.06 QTS. | 1 L | MB Power Steering Fluid or Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.96 QTS. | 2.8 L | MB Part No. A 001 989 28 03 10. | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlamp Cleaning System | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 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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