Suitable for Mercedes-Benz S-Class 280 S (1972–1980)

For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 280 S (1972–1980), the manufacturer specifies motor oil 10W-40 (MB 228.1, MB 229.1, ACEA A3) or 20W-50 (ACEA A3, ACEA A3/B4, ACEA B4).

Fluids and approvals for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 280 S (1972–1980)

FluidRequirement
Motor oil10W-40: MB 228.1, MB 229.1, ACEA A320W-50: ACEA A3, ACEA A3/B4, ACEA B4
Manual gearbox & axle oilMB 236.1, MB 236.10
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)MB 236.1, MB 236.6
Axle & differential oil85W-90, MB 235.0H, API GL5
Brake fluidDOT 3, FMVSS 116 DOT 3
Coolant & antifreezeMB 325.0, MB 325.2
Power steering fluidMB 236.1, MB 236.10