Mercedes-Benz R-Class, W251 (USA / CAN)

Power steering fluid capacity & service interval

Mercedes-Benz R-Class, W251 (USA / CAN) requires power steering fluid with a capacity range of 1,2 to 1,5 liters. The data covers 14 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • R 350 4MATIC, 251.057/157 (2011-2013)
  • Electro-Hydraulic (EHPS)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,5 liter
R 350 4MATIC, 251.057/157 (2011-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • R 500 4MATIC, 251.072/172 (2010-2013)
  • Electro-Hydraulic (EHPS)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,5 liter
R 500 4MATIC, 251.072/172 (2010-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • R 350, 251.056/156 (2009-2010)
  • Electro-Hydraulic (EHPS)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,5 liter
R 350, 251.056/156 (2009-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • R 350 4MATIC, 251.065/165 (2009-2011)
  • Electro-Hydraulic (EHPS)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,5 liter
R 350 4MATIC, 251.065/165 (2009-2011)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 350, 251.056/156 (2007-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 350 4MATIC, 251.065/165 (2007-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 500 4MATIC, 251.072/172 (2007-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 350, 251.056/156 (2005-2007)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 350 4MATIC, 251.065/165 (2005-2007)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
R 500 4MATIC, 251.075/175 (2005-2007)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter

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