Mercedes-Benz S550 Service & Repair Manual 2007–2017

Service and repair manuals for 11 model years of the Mercedes-Benz S550, 2007 to 2017. 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 — 333 cu in, DOHC · 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 25 recalls, 181 owner complaints and 904 technical service bulletins are logged for the S550. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your S550 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2017 $40.998 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door details →
2016 $40.995 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door details →
2015 $40.995 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door details →
2014 $40.995 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2013 $40.99 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door select
2012 $40.991 4.7L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2011 $40.991 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2010 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door select
2009 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door select
2008 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door select
2007 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2017 S550 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 53
  • Engine Performance 1,429
  • Accessories & Equipment 2,949
  • General Information 1,824
  • Body & Frame 1,621
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 323
  • Brakes 662
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 401
  • Restraints 675
  • Drivelines & Axles 1,059
  • Steering 428
  • Electrical 2,251
  • Suspension 1,103
  • Engine Mechanical 2,287
  • Transmission 608
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 222

04 / Other yearsOther S550 years

2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 S550. 10 complaints · 59 TSBs.

2010 Mercedes-Benz S550 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2010 S550. 22 complaints · 90 TSBs.

2009 Mercedes-Benz S550 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2009 S550. 0 complaints · 17 TSBs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S550 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2008 S550. 0 complaints · 67 TSBs.

2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2007 S550. 0 complaints · 77 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore S550 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 S550 manual

Which S550 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2007 to 2017 — 11 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 S550 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the S550, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include S550 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every S550 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover S550 recalls?

25 recalls are on federal record across the 2007–2017 S550, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.

Why do some S550 years cost more?

Every S550 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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