2003–2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls500 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2003–2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls500 with the M113 5.0L V8 engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Mercedes 5.0L V8 — CLS500 2003–2006
2003–2006 Cls500 · 2003–2006 Cls · 2003–2006 E500 · 2003–2006 S500
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✅ The M113 V8 holds a lot of oil — 8.5 quarts. Make sure Oil Pal is positioned well before you crack the drain plug. Quality full synthetic only on these engines.
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Oil Type
5W-40 Full Synthetic
Capacity
8.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Mercedes #0001802609 | Mann W940/25
Engine Code
M113 5.0L V8
Tools You'll Need
- 13mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 3.5 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Mercedes #0009977551)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 13mm | Torque: 22 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Mercedes #0009977551 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Hold trip odometer reset until service indicator resets |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 8.5 quarts Oil Pal easily handles this high-capacity drain.
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