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Fluid - Differential

Use only Mercedes-Benz approved fluids

Standard 85W-90,90 GL-5(Gear Oil, API Service GL-5
Limited-Slip 90 GL-5*(Special Lubricant for Limited Differentials)**
Mercedes-Benz part number 000 583 09 04
CAPACITY, Refill:

190 Series 0.7 Liters 1.4 Pints
1984-87 300 Series 1.1 Liters 2.4 Pints
1990 350 SDL 1.1 Liters 2.4 Pints
1991-93 300SD, SDL Series 1.3 Liters 2.8 Pints
1990-93 300D 1.1 Liters 2.4 Pints
1994 SDL Turbo diesel 1.3 Liters 2.8 Pints
LIMITED-SLIP IDENTIFICATION:
Metal plate on rear differential, near fill plug