2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class Owner's Manual

Example
X
Make sure the foot of the jack is directly
beneath the jacking point.
X Turn ratchet wrench ?until jack =sits
completely on jacking point ;and the
base of the jack lies evenly on the ground.
X Turn ratchet wrench ?until the tire is
raised a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the
ground.
Removing a wheel !
Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a
dirty surface. The bolt and wheel hub
threads could otherwise be damaged when
you screw them in. X
Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt
completely.
X Screw alignment bolt :into the thread
instead of the wheel bolt.
X Unscrew the remaining wheel bolts fully.
X Remove the wheel. Mounting a new wheel G
WARNING
Oiled or greased wheel bolts or damaged
wheel bolts/hub threads can cause the wheel
bolts to come loose. As a result, you could
lose a wheel while driving. There is a risk of
accident.
Never oil or grease wheel bolts. In the event
of damage to the threads, contact a qualified
specialist workshop immediately. Have the
damaged wheel bolts or hub threads
replaced/renewed. Do not continue driving. G
WARNING
If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip
over. There is a risk of injury.
Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is on the ground.
! To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold
the wheel securely against the wheel hub
while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
Always pay attention to the instructions and
safety notes in the "Changing a wheel"
section ( Ypage 427).
Only use wheel bolts that have been designed
for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety
reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you only use wheel bolts which have been
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the
respective wheel.
! Always use wheel bolts ;to mount the
"Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Using
other wheel bolts to mount the "Minispare"
emergency spare wheel could damage the
brake system. Changing a wheel
431Wheels and tires Z

:
Wheel bolts for all wheels supplied by the
factory
; Wheel bolts for the collapsible spare
wheel X
Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact
surfaces.
X Slide the wheel to be mounted onto the
alignment bolt and push it on.
X Tighten the wheel bolts until they are
finger-tight.
X Unscrew the alignment bolt.
X Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
Lowering the vehicle G
WARNING
The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts
and bolts are not tightened to the specified
tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Have the tightening torque immediately
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
after a wheel is changed. X
Place the ratchet wrench onto the hexagon
nut of the jack so that the letters ABare
visible.
X Turn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is
once again standing firmly on the ground.
X Place the jack to one side.
X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a
crosswise pattern in the sequence
indicated ( :toA). The tightening torque
must be 110 lb-ft (150 Nm).
X Turn the jack back to its initial position.
X Stow the jack and the rest of the tire-
change tool kit in the stowage well under
the cargo compartment floor again.
X Check the tire pressure of the newly
mounted wheel and adjust it if necessary.
Observe the recommended tire pressure
(Y page 408).
i Vehicles with tire pressure monitor: all
wheels mounted must be equipped with
functioning sensors. Wheel and tire combinations
General notes
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for your
vehicle. 432
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

These tires have been specially adapted for
use with the control systems, such as ABS
or ESP ®
, and are marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(tires featuring run-flat characteristics)
R MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only
certain AMG tires)
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires
may only be used on wheels that have been
specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Only use tires, wheels or accessories
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Certain characteristics, e.g. handling,
vehicle noise emissions or fuel
consumption, may otherwise be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, tire dimension variations could cause
the tires to come into contact with the
bodywork and axle components. This could
result in damage to the tires or the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for
damage resulting from the use of tires,
wheels or accessories other than those
tested and approved.
Information on tires, wheels and approved
combinations can be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop.
! Retreaded tires are neither tested nor
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since
previous damage cannot always be
detected on retreaded tires. As a result,
Mercedes-Benz cannot guarantee vehicle
safety if retreaded tires are mounted. Do
not mount used tires if you have no
information about their previous usage.
Overview of abbreviations used in the
following tire tables:
R BA: both axles
R FA: front axle
R RA: rear axle The recommended pressures for various
operating conditions can be found:
R
on the Tire and Loading Information placard
with the recommended tire pressures on
the B-pillar on the driver's side
R in the tire pressure table on the inside of
the fuel filler flap
Observe the notes on recommended tire
pressures under various operating conditions
(Y page 408).
Check tire pressures regularly, and only when
the tires are cold. Comply with the
maintenance recommendations of the tire
manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet.
Notes on the vehicle equipment – always
equip the vehicle with:
R tires of the same size on a given axle (left/
right)
R the same type of tires at a given time
(summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended
tires)
Vehicles with MOExtended tires are not
equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It
is therefore recommended that you
additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT
kit if you mount tires that do not feature run-
flat properties, e.g. winter tires. A TIREFIT kit
may be obtained from a qualified specialist
workshop.
i Not all wheel and tire combinations are
available at the factory for all countries.
i On the following pages, you can find
information on approved wheel rims and
tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with
winter tires. Winter tires are not available
at the factory as standard equipment or
optional extras.
If you would like to equip your vehicle with
approved winter tires, you may also, in
certain circumstances, require rims of the
appropriate size. The size of the approved
winter tires may deviate from that of the
standard tires. This is dependent on the
model and the equipment installed at the
factory. Wheel and tire combinations
433Wheels and tires Z

The tires and wheel rims, as well as further
information, can be obtained at a qualified
specialist workshop. 434
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

Tires
GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC All-weather tires
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/5
0 R 19 111 H M+S3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+SMOExtended
3, 4 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
All-terrain tires
R 18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/60 R 18 110 H M+S BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/55 R 19 111 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
Winter tires
R 18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/60 R 18 110 H M+S
i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
3
Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
4 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor. Wheel and tire combinations
435Wheels and tires Z

R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/55 R 19 109 H M+S
i BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+S
i5 BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
GL 450 4MATIC
All-weather tires
R 19 Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/50 R 19 111 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+S MOExtended
3, 4 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
All-terrain tires
R 19 Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/55 R 19 111 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
5
Only for vehicles with the AMG Sports package (code P 31).
3 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
4 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor. 436
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

Winter tires
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/55 R 19 109 H M+S
i BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+S
i5 BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
GL 550 4MATIC
All-weather tires
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/50 R 19 111 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
BA: 275/50 R 20 109 H M+S MOExtended
3, 4 BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 21
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 295/40 R 21 111 V XL M+S
3, 5 BA: 10.0 J x 21 H2
Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm)
5
Only for vehicles with the AMG Sports package (code P 31).
3 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
4 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor. Wheel and tire combinations
437Wheels and tires Z

All-terrain tires
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/55 R 19 111 H M+S
3 BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
Winter tires
R 19
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 265/55 R 19 109 H M+S
i BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+Si
5 BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
GL 63 AMG 4MATIC
Summer tires
R 21 Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 295/40 ZR 21 111 Y XL
3 BA: 10.0 J x 21 H2
Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm)
Winter tires
R 20
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+S
i BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
3
Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
5 Only for vehicles with the AMG Sports package (code P 31). 438
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and ti
res