{"id":697,"date":"2026-06-30T15:10:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T19:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1983-mercedes-benz-240d-2-4l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T15:10:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T19:10:56","slug":"1983-mercedes-benz-240d-2-4l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1983-mercedes-benz-240d-2-4l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1983 Mercedes Benz 240d 2.4L 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 1983 Mercedes Benz 240D with the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine (Code 616.912 A Diesel), the oil capacity is 6.9 quarts<\/strong> with a filter change. Recommended viscosities include 0W-30 or 0W-40<\/strong> for all temperatures, 10W-40<\/strong> for temperatures above -20\u00b0C, and 5W-30, 5W-40, or 5W-50<\/strong> for temperatures above -25\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends using 5W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/strong> or 0W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/strong> for optimal protection.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1983 Mercedes Benz 240D take?<\/h2>\n

The 1983 Mercedes Benz 240D with the 616.912 A diesel engine requires specific viscosities based on operating temperatures. The AMSOIL lookup identifies an oil grade of SEO41. For all temperature ranges, 0W-30 and 0W-40 are suitable. In warmer climates (above -20\u00b0C), 10W-40 is appropriate, while for temperatures above -25\u00b0C, options include 5W-30, 5W-40, and 5W-50.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the specific requirements for your 1983 Mercedes Benz 240D, AMSOIL provides high-performance synthetic options to maintain engine and transmission longevity.<\/p>\n

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Component<\/th>\nAMSOIL Product Name<\/th>\nProduct Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Oil<\/td>\n5W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a><\/td>\nEFMQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Oil<\/td>\n0W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a><\/td>\nEFOQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nPassenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/a><\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nPropylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/a><\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission<\/td>\nSignature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/a><\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission<\/td>\nOE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/a><\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Manual Transmission<\/td>\nSignature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/a><\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brake\/Clutch Fluid<\/td>\nDOT 3 and DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/a><\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power Steering<\/td>\n100% Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Power Steering Fluid<\/a><\/td>\nPSFCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Viscosity Range<\/th>\nTemperature Condition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
0W-30, 0W-40<\/td>\nAll Temperatures<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10W-40<\/td>\nAbove -20\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50<\/td>\nAbove -25\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n

When performing an oil change, ensure you have the correct amount of fluid to prevent engine damage.<\/p>\n

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Detail<\/th>\nSpecification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n6.9 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n30 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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

Engine Oil Details<\/h2>\n

AMSOIL offers two primary synthetic options for this European diesel application:<\/p>\n