{"id":677,"date":"2026-06-29T04:10:36","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T08:10:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1980-mercedes-benz-300sd-3-0l-5-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T04:10:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T08:10:36","slug":"1980-mercedes-benz-300sd-3-0l-5-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1980-mercedes-benz-300sd-3-0l-5-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1980 Mercedes Benz 300SD Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Fluid Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 1980 Mercedes Benz 300SD with the 3.0L 5-cylinder Engine Code 617.950 C Diesel Turbo, the engine oil capacity is 7.9 quarts with a filter change. Recommended viscosities include 0W-30 and 0W-40 for all temperatures, or 10W-40 (above -20\u00b0C) and 5W-30\/5W-40\/5W-50 (above -25\u00b0C). AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL 5W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (EFMQT-EA<\/a>) for this application.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1980 Mercedes Benz 300SD take?<\/h2>\n

The 1980 Mercedes Benz 300SD with the OM617 engine requires specific viscosities based on operating temperatures. The AMSOIL lookup provides several options to ensure proper lubrication for this diesel turbo application.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the vehicle specifications, AMSOIL offers several high-performance synthetic options to maintain your Mercedes diesel engine and its supporting systems.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\nEFMQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 0W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\nEFOQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Antifreeze Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission & Steering Fluid Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Power Steering Fluid<\/td>\nPSFCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Brake Fluid Recommendation<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 100% Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Viscosity Options<\/h3>\n
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Temperature Range<\/th>\nRecommended Viscosity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
All Temperatures<\/td>\n0W-30, 0W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -20\u00b0C<\/td>\n10W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -25\u00b0C<\/td>\n5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

AMSOIL lookup oil grade:<\/strong> SEO41<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n
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Description<\/th>\nSpecification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n7.9 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n20 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: On models with an oil cooler, additional oil may be needed when the cooler is drained. Allow 5 minutes after refilling or turning the engine off before checking the oil level.<\/em><\/p>\n

Engine Oil and Filter Details<\/h2>\n

Maintaining the lubrication system of the OM617 turbo diesel is critical for longevity. While AMSOIL provides high-quality synthetic oils, specific filter part numbers were not confirmed from source data.<\/p>\n