{"id":840,"date":"2026-07-09T04:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T08:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2010-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-09T04:58:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T08:58:31","slug":"2010-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2010-mercedes-benz-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 3.0L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Filter Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 equipped with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel engine (Engine Code 642.898 6), the oil capacity is 13.2 quarts<\/strong> with a filter change. Recommended viscosities include 0W-30 or 0W-40<\/strong> for all temperatures, and various grades like 5W-30 or 15W-40 depending on ambient conditions. AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL 0W-30 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (EOTQT-EA<\/a>) and a MANN-FILTERS HU821X-EA<\/a> oil filter.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2010 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500 take?<\/h2>\n

The engine requires specific viscosity grades based on operating temperatures. The AMSOIL lookup lists several options for the 3.0L diesel engine to ensure proper lubrication across various climates.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Below are the primary AMSOIL lubrication and filtration products identified for this vehicle’s maintenance requirements.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 0W-30 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\nEOTQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MANN-FILTERS Oil Filter<\/td>\nHU821X-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Air & Coolant<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Air Filter<\/td>\n49876-EA<\/a><\/td>\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 & Brake Fluids<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Power Steering<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Power Steering Fluid<\/td>\nPSFCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Viscosity Options<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Temperature Range<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
All Temperatures<\/td>\n0W-30, 0W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -25\u00b0C<\/td>\n5W-30, 5W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -20\u00b0C<\/td>\n10W-30, 10W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -15\u00b0C<\/td>\n15W-40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Capacity<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Description<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Total capacity with filter change<\/td>\n13.2 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: After refilling, always check the oil level manually.<\/em><\/p>\n

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

Maintaining the correct oil specification is vital for diesel engines with complex emissions systems like BlueTEC.<\/p>\n

Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nTorque Value<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug<\/td>\n22 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

AMSOIL Engine Oil Recommendation<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\nSpecification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 0W-30 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\nEOTQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\nNot confirmed from source data<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

This European formula is designed for the unique demands of gasoline, diesel, and hybrid European vehicles, providing protection without harming emissions systems.<\/p>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid Specifications<\/h2>\n

For vehicles with the 5-speed W5A380 automatic transmission, specific fluid capacities and types must be observed.<\/p>\n

Transmission Capacity<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Transmission Type<\/th>\nTotal Fill Capacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
5 speed W5A380<\/td>\n7.5 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

ATF Product Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n