Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, C197 (USA / CAN)

Power steering fluid capacity & service interval

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, C197 (USA / CAN) requires power steering fluid with a capacity of 1 liter. The data covers 4 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
SLS AMG GT Black Series, 197.378/478 (2013-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
SLS AMG GT Final edition, 197.378/478 (2013-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
SLS AMG GT, 197.377/477 (2012-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
SLS AMG, 197.377/477 (2010-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter

Additional Notes

  • The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG C197 power steering system holds a capacity of 1 liter across all four configurations covered in the specifications.
  • The 1-liter figure represents a service fill capacity, meaning the volume of fluid the power steering reservoir and circuit holds during a standard fluid service rather than a full system overhaul.
  • All four configurations carry a normal use condition tied to the 1-liter capacity, indicating the specification applies to standard operating conditions rather than severe or track-oriented duty cycles.
  • The original SLS AMG, chassis code 197.377/477, carries the 1-liter capacity for model years 2010-2012, while the SLS AMG GT variant of the same chassis code extends coverage from 2012-2014 at the same capacity.
  • The SLS AMG GT Black Series, chassis code 197.378/478, shares the 1-liter power steering capacity despite representing a higher-performance derivative of the platform, with a production window limited to 2013.
  • The SLS AMG GT Final Edition, also under chassis code 197.378/478, carries the same 1-liter capacity for model years 2013-2014, aligning with the Black Series on both chassis designation and fluid volume.

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