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.
2012 Mercedes Benz SL63FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.73 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.05 LBS. | 0.92 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.30 QTS. | 8.8 L | MB Automatic Transmission Fluid | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.53 QTS. | 0.5 L | MB Brake Fluid DOT 4+ | Only use products recommended by Mercedes Benz. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | Fuchs EG 50 10 D | With Performance Package: Castrol SAF-XJ SEA 75W-140. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 11.90 QTS. | 11.26 L | MB 325.0 Antifreeze/Corrosion Inhibitor | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter,AMG | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 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 | 21.10 GALS. | 79.87 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron Texaco PSF 9 109) | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | MB Windshield Washer Concentrate mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze | 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.