Mercedes-Benz S400 Service & Repair Manual 2010–2015

Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Mercedes-Benz S400, 2010 to 2015. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC · 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 39 owner complaints and 196 technical service bulletins are logged for the S400. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your S400 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2015 $40.99 3.0L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2014 $40.99 3.0L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2013 $40.99 3.5L V6 Hybrid Sedan 4-Door select
2012 $40.99 3.5L V6 Hybrid Sedan 4-Door select
2011 $40.99 3.5L V6 Hybrid Sedan 4-Door select
2010 $40.99 3.5L V6 Hybrid Sedan 4-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2013 S400 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 339
  • Engine Performance 1,782
  • Accessories & Equipment 3,606
  • General Information 1,836
  • Body & Frame 1,770
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 239
  • Brakes 172
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 237
  • Restraints 1,467
  • Drivelines & Axles 516
  • Steering 364
  • Electrical 3,388
  • Suspension 767
  • Engine Mechanical 1,388
  • Transmission 361
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 221

04 / Other yearsOther S400 years

2015 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2015 S400.

2014 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2014 S400.

2013 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Hybrid Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 S400. 3 complaints · 50 TSBs.

2012 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Hybrid Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2012 S400. 3 complaints · 55 TSBs.

2011 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Hybrid Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2011 S400. 8 complaints · 49 TSBs.

2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Hybrid Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2010 S400. 25 complaints · 42 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore S400 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the S400 manual

Which S400 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2010 to 2015 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz S400 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the S400, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include S400 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every S400 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some S400 years cost more?

Every S400 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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