The service and repair manual for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 — the 4.0L V8 engine, 4 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.0L V8 — 243 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged |
| Trims | Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door |
| Federal record | 9 recalls · 15 complaints · 46 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2018 S560 manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 57
- General Information 2,442
- Accessories & Equipment 9,216
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 544
- Body & Frame 2,122
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 443
- Brakes 784
- Maintenance 91
- Collision 506
- Restraints 1,396
- Drivelines & Axles 479
- Steering 558
- Electrical 4,561
- Suspension 949
- Engine Mechanical 2,010
- Transmission 689
- Engine Performance 1,895
- Common Specs & Procedures - 222
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2018 S560
- Electrical System — software · 20V449000Without the audible tone and blinking warning light to remind the front seat occupants that their se.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — foundation components › disc › pads · 19V915000The incorrect size brake components may lead to the wrong replacement components fitted to the vehic.
- Engine · 20V173000An engine oil leak can spill on to the road and cause slippery road conditions. additionally, if th.
- Steering — electric power assist system · 18V908000If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's in.
- Lane Departure — lane keep › automatic steering · 18V910000If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's in.
- Structure — body › roof and pillars · 21V197000The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detac.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — engine › gasoline · 19V821000A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Communication · 21V072000A disabled ecall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through.
- Electrical System — software · 21V058000Failure of the ecall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong locatio.
Owners have filed 15 complaints and Mercedes-Benz has issued 46 technical service bulletins for the 2018 S560. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2018 S560 manual
Is this manual specific to the 2018 S560?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2018 model year, covering the 4.0L V8 across the Base Sedan 4-Door, 4Matic Sedan 4-Door, Base Convertible 2-Door, 4Matic Coupe 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for this year.
What 2018 S560 problems does it help with?
9 recalls are on federal record for the 2018 S560, covering electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic, engine. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.
Does it include 2018 S560 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2018 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $40.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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