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2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2009 Mercedes-Benz E550, 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
5.5L 8-cylinder 273.962 U9 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-20, SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -25°C)
N/A
5.5L 8-cylinder 5461cc 49 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -25°C)
N/A
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Select Your 2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 Engine Option

5.5L 8-cylinder Engine Code 273.962 U

Engine:

5.5L 8-cylinder 273.962 U [aka 5.5L 8-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

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

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 5.5L 8-cylinder 273.962 U oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO30

Oil Capacity:

9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

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

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57078-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

11.9 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

N/A

Notes:

N/A

5.5L 8-cylinder Engine Code 5461cc 4

Engine:

5.5L 8-cylinder 5461cc 4 [aka 5.5L 8-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

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

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 5.5L 8-cylinder 5461cc 4 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO30

Oil Capacity:

9 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 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -25°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57078-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

11.9 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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