2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class fuel additives

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EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating .................281
Function/notes ............................. 117
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 118
Function/notes ............................. 117
Switching on/off ........................... 281
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 289
Function/notes ................................ 73
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electroni cStability Program)
Emergenc yrelease
Driver's door .................................... 86
Vehicle ............................................. 86
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes ..................434
Points to remember .......................434
Removing ....................................... 435
Storage location ............................ 435
Technical data ............................... 436
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .59
Safety guideline s............................. 43
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 91
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....24
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 329
Display message ............................ 303
Engine number ............................... 439
Irregularr unning............................ 168
Jump-starting ................................. 391
Starting problems ..........................168
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 165
Starting with KEYLESS-GO .............165
Switching off .................................. 184
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 396
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................168
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 368
Additives ........................................ 444Checking the oil level ..................... 367
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick
.......................................... 368
Display message ............................ 304
Filling capacity ............................... 444
Notes about oil grades ................... 443
Notes on oil level/consumption ....367
Temperature (on-board computer) .282
Viscosity ........................................ 444
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) 4ETS ................................................ 71
AMG menu (on-board computer) ...283
Deactivating/activating ...................72
Display message ............................ 287
Function/notes ................................ 70
Important safety information ...........71
Trailer stabilization ........................... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 325
Exhaus tcheck ................................... 186
Exhaus tpipe (cleaning instructions) 376
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjustin g....................................... 118
Dipping (automatic) .......................119
Folding in/ou t(automatically) .......119
Folding in/ou t(electrically) ...........119
Folding in whe nlocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 281
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...119
Setting ........................................... 119
Storing settings (memory function) 121
Storing the parking position ..........120
Eyeglasses compartment .................338 F
Fille rcap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 382
Flat tire MOExtended tires ..........................384
Preparing the vehicle .....................383
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 385
Floormats ........................................... 363
Folding the rear bench seat
forwards/back .................................. 34010
Index

Fording
Off-road ......................................... 189
On flooded road s........................... 189
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 441
Consumption statistics ..................271
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 271
Displaying the range ......................271
Driving tips .................................... 186
Fuel gauge ............................... 33, 267
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 440
Important safety notes ..................440
Low outside temperatures .............442
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline .440
Problem (malfunction) ...................180
Quality (diesel )............................... 441
Refueling ........................................ 177
Tank content/reserve fuel .............440
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 178
Fuel filte r(display message) ............305
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 271
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 440
Problem (malfunction) ...................180
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 396
Before changing ............................. 396
Dashboard fuse box .......................396
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 397
Fuse box unde rrear bench seat ....397
Important safety notes ..................396 G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................362
Important safety notes ..................360
Opening/closing the garage door ..362
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 360
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 282
Genuine parts ...................................... 23
Glove box ........................................... 337GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition)
......................................... 421 H
Handbrake inspection see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ......................128
Headlamps Adding fluid to cleaning system .....370
Cleaning system (function) ............129
Cleaning system (notes) ................446
Fogging up ..................................... 131
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 104
Adjusting (electrically). ..................105
Adjusting (manually). .....................105
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 106
Installing/removing (rear) ..............106
Luxury ............................................ 105
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 135
Display message ............................ 300
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 130
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Hill start assist .................................. 166
HOLD function Deactivating ................................... 212
Display message ............................ 309
Function/notes ............................. 211
Hood
Closing .......................................... .367
Display message ............................ 317
Important safety notes ..................366
Opening ......................................... 366
Hydroplaning ..................................... 189 I
Ignition lock see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 75
Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Index
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DEF (BlueTEC vehicles only)
Important notes on use To function properly, BlueTEC exhaus
tgas
aftertreatment must be operated with the
reducing agent DEF.
When the supply of DE Fis almost used up,
the Check Additive See Operator's Manual message is shown in the
multifunction display.
When the DEF supply drops to a minimum, the
Remaining Starts: 16 message is shown
in the multifunction display.
If the Remaining Starts: 16 message
appears in the multifunction display, you can
start the engine another 16 times. If DEF is
not refilled, you will subsequently be unable
to start the engine .Refill the DEFt ank with
approximately 1gal (3. 8l) DEF. Have the DEF
tan krefilled at a qualified specialist
workshop.
i If you drive the vehicle faster than
10 mph (16 km/h), the Check Additive See Operator's Manual message goes
out after approximately one minute.
If the outside temperature is below 12 ‡
(002211 †) it may be difficult to top up. If DEF is
frozen and there is an active warning
indicator, it may not be possible to add DEF.
Park the vehicle in a warmer place, e.g. in a
garage, until DEF has become fluid again. It
will then be possible to add DEF again.
Alternatively, have the DEF tank refilled at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Further information about BlueTEC exhaust
gas aftertreatment and DEF is available at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Important safety notes on the refilling
procedure DEF is a water-soluble fluid for the exhaust
gas aftertreatment of diesel engines. It is:
R
not poisonous
R colorless and odorless
R not flammable
When you open the DEF container, small
amounts of ammonia vapor may be released.
Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are
particularly irritating to the skin, to mucous
membranes and to the eyes. You may
experience a burning sensation in you reyes,
nose and throat. Coughing and watering of
the eyes are possible.
Do not inhale ammonia vapors. Fill the DEF
tank only in well-ventilated areas.
DEF must not come into contact with your
skin, eyes or clothing and mus tnot be
swallowed. Keep DEFa way fromchildren.
If you or other persons come into contact with
DEF, observe the following:
R Rinse DEF from your skin immediately with
soap and water.
R If DEF comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance
without delay.
R If DEF has been swallowed, rinse your
mouth out immediately. Drink plenty of
water. Seek medical assistance without
delay.
R Change out of clothing contaminated with
DEF immediately.
! Only use DEF in accordance with
ISO 22241. Do not mix any additives with
DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This
may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas
aftertreatment system.
! The vehicle must be parked on level
ground to fill the DEF tank. The DEF tank
can only be filled as intended with the
vehicle parked on a level surface. This
avoids false level readings. Filling the tank Refueling
181Driving and parking Z

Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
0003
Paint code
0021 VIN
i The data shown on the vehicle
identificatio nplate is used only as an
example. This data is differen tfor every
vehicle and can deviate from the data
shown here. You can find the data
applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle's
identification plate. VIN
X
Open the front right-hand door.
X Open cover 0002in the direction of the arrow
and remove it.
You will see the VIN.
The VIN can also be found in the following
locations:
R on the lower edge of the windshield
(Y page 439)
R on the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 438) Engine number
0002
Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions standards
0003 Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
0021 VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) Service products and filling
capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and
hazardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
R fuels (e.g. gasoline, diesel)
R exhaust gas aftertreatmen tadditives, e.g.
DEF
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid Service products and filling capacities
439Technical data Z

!
Only refuel using unleaded gasoline with
a minimum octane rating of 91.
! Only use the fuel recommended.
Operating the vehicle with other fuels can
lead to engine failure.
! Do not use the following:
R E85 (gasoline with 85% ethanol)
R E100 (100% ethanol)
R M15 (gasoline with 15% methanol)
R M30 (gasoline with 30% methanol)
R M85 (gasoline with 85% methanol)
R M100 (100% methanol)
R Gasoline with metalliferous additives
R Diesel
Do not mix such fuels with the fuel
recommended for your vehicle. Do not use
additives. This can otherwise lead to engine
damage.T his does not include cleaning
additives for the removal and prevention of
residue build-up. gasoline may only be
mixed with cleaning additives
recommended by Mercedes-Benz; see
"Additives". You can obtain further
information from any authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
! To ensure the longevity and full
performance of the engine, only premium-
grade unleaded gasoline must be used.
If standard premium-grade unleaded
gasoline is unavailable and unleaded
gasoline of a lower grade is used for
refueling, observe the following
precautions:
R only fill the fuel tank to half full with
regular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest
with premium-grade unleaded gasoline
as soon as possible.
R do not drive at the maximum speed.
R avoid sudden acceleration and engine
speeds above 3000 rpm.
R never refuel using fuel with an octane
number lower than 87. Otherwise,
engine failure could occur. Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not
permitted. E10 fuel or E15 fuel (unleaded
gasoline with 10% or 15% ethanol) can be
used.
You will usually find information about the fuel
grade on the pump. If you cannot find the
label on the pump, ask the staff for
assistance.
i
For further information, consult a
qualified specialist workshop or on the
Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
Information on refueling (Y page 178).
Additives
! Operating the engine with fuel additives
added later can lead to engine failure. Do
not mix fuel additives with fuel. This does
not include additives for the removal and
prevention of residue buildup. gasoline
must only be mixed with additives
recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Comply
with the instructions for use on the product
label.M ore information about
recommended additives can be obtained
from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
fuel brands that have the additives.
The quality of the fuel available in some
countries may not be sufficient .Residue
could build up as a result. In such cases, and
in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-
BenzC enter, the gasoline may be mixed with
the cleaning additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz (part no. A000989254512).
You must observe the notes and mixing ratios
specified on the container.
Diesel Fuel grade
G
WARNING
If you mix diesel fuel with gasoline, the flash
point is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.
When the engine is running, exhaust system Service products and filling capacities
441Technical data
Z

Model Engine
model MB
Approval GL 450 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
GL 550 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
278 229.5
GL 63 AMG
4MATIC
157 229.5
GL 350 BlueTEC
4MATIC
642 228.51,
229.31,
229.51 Use only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils
for AMG vehicles.
i
MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.
Model Capacity
GL 450 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
GL 550 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
GL 63 AMG
4MATIC
Withou
texternal oil
cooler: 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) GL 350 BlueTEC 4
MATIC 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Additives
!
Do not use any additive sinthe engine oil.
This could damage the engine. Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means that it is thick; a low viscosity
means that it is thin.
Select an engine oil with an SAE classification
(viscosity) suitable for the prevailing outside
temperatures. The table shows you which
SAE classifications are to be used. The low-
temperature characteristics of engine oils
can deteriorate significantly, e.g. as a result
of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is therefore
strongly recommended that you carry out
regular oil changes using an approved engine
oil with the appropriate SAE classification. Brake fluid
G
WARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake
fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
Comply with the important safety notes for
service products when handling brake fluid
(Y page 439).
The brake fluid change intervals can be found
in the Maintenance Booklet. 444
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