{"id":961,"date":"2026-07-13T06:19:44","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T10:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1998-mercedes-benz-e300-car-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T06:19:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T10:19:44","slug":"1998-mercedes-benz-e300-car-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1998-mercedes-benz-e300-car-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1998 Mercedes Benz E300 Diesel Maintenance Guide | 3.0L 6-Cyl Engine Code 606.962 Y"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 1998 Mercedes Benz E300 with the 3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code 606.962 Y Diesel Turbo, the engine oil capacity is 7.9 quarts (with filter). Recommended viscosities include 0W-30 or 0W-40 for all temperatures, 10W-40 for temperatures above -20\u00b0C, and 5W-30, 5W-40, or 5W-50 for temperatures above -25\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL 5W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (EFMQT-EA<\/a>) or AMSOIL 0W-40 FS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (EFOQT-EA<\/a>).<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1998 Mercedes Benz E300 take?<\/h2>\n

The 1998 Mercedes Benz E300 with the 606.962 Y diesel engine requires an oil viscosity of 0W-30 or 0W-40 for all temperatures. For warmer climates, 10W-40 is suitable above -20\u00b0C, while 5W-30, 5W-40, and 5W-50 are recommended for use above -25\u00b0C. The AMSOIL lookup oil grade is SEO41.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the vehicle lookup for the 1998 Mercedes Benz E300, the following AMSOIL products are recommended for optimal maintenance and protection.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/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
MANN-FILTERS Oil Filter<\/td>\nHU951X-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MANN-FILTERS Oil Filter (Alternative)<\/td>\nHU821X-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Air & Coolant<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
MANN-FILTERS Air Filters<\/td>\nC34175-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>\nPart Code<\/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
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/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 Specifications & Viscosity<\/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

How much oil does it take with a filter change?<\/h2>\n

The total capacity for the engine is 7.9 quarts when performing a service that includes a new oil filter. It is essential to check the oil level after refilling to ensure accuracy.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Capacities & Torque<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nCapacity \/ Spec<\/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

Automatic Transmission Fluid Specifications<\/h2>\n

For the 5-speed automatic transmission (model 722.6), the total fill capacity is 7.9 quarts. The AMSOIL lookup lists Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/a> (ATLPK-EA<\/a>) and OE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/a> (OTLQT-EA<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Brake Fluid Requirements<\/h2>\n

The brake system for this vehicle is recommended for HBH. The AMSOIL lookup note references using DOT 4 plus, specifically part numbers 0009895605090109 (previously 0009895605110111 or 000989080701), or products approved on MB Sheet 331.0. AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 100% Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/a> (BFLVCN-EA<\/a>).<\/p>\n

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