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1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.3L 4-cylinder 102.985 R5.3 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
N/A
2.6L 6-cylinder 103.942 56.3 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)
N/A

Select Your 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E Engine Option

2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code 102.985 R

Engine:

2.3L 4-cylinder 102.985 R [aka 2.3L 4-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3L 4-cylinder 102.985 R oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO41

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. On models with an oil cooler, you may need more oil if the cooler is also drained. After refilling or turning off the engine, wait 5 minutes before checking the oil level.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51088-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

9 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code 103.942 5

Engine:

2.6L 6-cylinder 103.942 5 [aka 2.6L 6-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

6.3 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.6L 6-cylinder 103.942 5 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO41

Oil Capacity:

6.3 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. On models with an oil cooler, you may need more oil if the cooler is also drained. After refilling or turning off the engine, wait 5 minutes before checking the oil level.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-50 (Above -25°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51088-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

9.5 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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