Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Service & Repair Manual 2005–2020

Service and repair manuals for 15 model years of the Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, 2005 to 2020. 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: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged · 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 5 recalls, 0 owner complaints and 100 technical service bulletins are logged for the S65 AMG. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your S65 AMG year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2019 $40.991 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sedan Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door +2 details →
2018 $40.991 6.0L V12; 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · Convertible Convertible 2-Door +1 details →
2017 $40.993 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · Coupe Coupe 2-Door details →
2016 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2015 $40.99 6.0L V12; 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2013 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2012 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2011 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2010 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2009 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2008 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2007 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2006 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2005 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Sedan 4-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 S65 AMG manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 15
  • Engine Performance 1,219
  • Accessories & Equipment 2,929
  • General Information 1,728
  • Body & Frame 1,554
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 315
  • Brakes 637
  • Restraints 675
  • Collision 359
  • Steering 408
  • Drivelines & Axles 1,044
  • Suspension 1,098
  • Electrical 2,204
  • Transmission 556
  • Engine Mechanical 2,161
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 222

04 / Other yearsOther S65 AMG years

2020 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2020 S65 AMG.

2016 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2016 S65 AMG.

2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2015 S65 AMG.

2013 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 S65 AMG.

2012 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2012 S65 AMG.

2011 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2011 S65 AMG.

2010 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2010 S65 AMG.

2009 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2009 S65 AMG.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2008 S65 AMG.

2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2007 S65 AMG.

2006 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2006 S65 AMG.

2005 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2005 S65 AMG.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore S65 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 S65 AMG manual

Which S65 AMG years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2005 to 2020 — 15 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 S65 AMG manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the S65 AMG, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include S65 AMG wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every S65 AMG manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover S65 AMG recalls?

5 recalls are on federal record across the 2005–2020 S65 AMG, 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 S65 AMG years cost more?

Every S65 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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