Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG Service & Repair Manual 2001–2006

Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG, 2001 to 2006. 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: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC · 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged · 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 0 owner complaints and 38 technical service bulletins are logged for the S55 AMG. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your S55 AMG year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2006 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2005 $40.99 5.5L V8; 5.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2004 $40.99 5.5L V8; 5.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2003 $40.99 5.4L V8; 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · Kompressor Sedan 4-Door select
2002 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2001 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2006 S55 AMG manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 150
  • General Information 1,803
  • Accessories & Equipment 8,369
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 375
  • Body & Frame 2,183
  • Maintenance 127
  • Brakes 420
  • Restraints 978
  • Drivelines & Axles 731
  • Steering 270
  • Electrical 2,087
  • Suspension 1,297
  • Engine Mechanical 1,632
  • Transmission 450
  • Engine Performance 1,908
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 215
  • Specifications Index 215
  • Front 475

04 / Other yearsOther S55 AMG years

2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2006 S55 AMG.

2005 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2005 S55 AMG.

2004 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2004 S55 AMG.

2003 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Kompressor Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2003 S55 AMG.

2002 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2002 S55 AMG.

2001 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2001 S55 AMG. 0 complaints · 38 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore S55 AMG 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 S55 AMG manual

Which S55 AMG years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2001 to 2006 — 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 S55 AMG manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the S55 AMG, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include S55 AMG wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every S55 AMG manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some S55 AMG years cost more?

Every S55 AMG 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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