2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter takes 5W-30 motor oil — 13.21 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 13.21 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2500, Van Cargo | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 2500, Van Cargo Extended | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 2500, Van Crew | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 2500, Van Crew Extended | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 2500, Van Passenger | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 2500, Van Passenger Extended | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 3500, 2D Cab Chassis | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 3500, 2D Cab Chassis Extended | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 3500, Van Cargo | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
| 3500, Van Cargo Extended | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | 13.21 QTS. | — | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). |
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2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.75 quarts (10.17 L) — MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze. When the coolant is being renewed, the coolant must contain 50 % by volume of anticorrosion/antifreeze agent. This is equivalent to antifreeze protection down to -34.6F. Do not exceed a ratio of 55 % by volume (antifreeze protection down to approximately -49.0F). Heat dissipation is otherwise insufficient. Observe the MB Specifications for Service Products, Sheet No. 310.1.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter take?
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter takes 5W-30 motor oil (MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter take?
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter holds 13.21 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.