2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE-Class brake

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.
:Wheel bolts for all wheels supplied by the
factory and for the collapsible spare wheel
(Mercedes-AMG GLE 63)
;Wheel bolts for the collapsible spare wheel
XClean the wheel and wheel hub contact sur-
faces.
XSlide the wheel to be mounted onto the align-
ment bolt and push it on.
XTighten the wheel bolts until they are finger-
tight.
XUnscrew the alignment bolt.
XTighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
XMercedes-AMG vehicles with a collapsi-
ble spare wheel: inflate the collapsible spare
wheel (
Ypage 429).
Only then lower the vehicle.
Lowering the vehicle
GWARNING
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.
!Mercedes-AMG vehicles with a collapsi-
ble spare wheel: before lowering the vehicle,
inflate the collapsible spare wheel with the
tire inflation compressor. The wheel rim could
otherwise be damaged.
XPlace the ratchet wrench onto the hexagon
nut of the jack so that the letters ABare visi-
ble.
XTurn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is
once again standing firmly on the ground.
XPlace the jack to one side.
XTighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in the sequence indicated (: toA).
The tightening torque must be 110 lb-ft
(150 Nm).
XTurn the jack back to its initial position.
XStow the jack and the rest of the tire-change
tool kit in the stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor again.
XCheck the tire pressure of the newly mounted
wheel and adjust it if necessary.
Observe the recommended tire pressure
(
Ypage 390).
When you are driving with the collapsible spare
wheel mounted, the tire pressure loss warning
system or the tire pressure monitor cannot func-
tion reliably. Only restart the tire pressure loss
warning system or tire pressure monitor when
412Changing a wheel
Wheels and tires

from the data shown here. You can find the
data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle
identification plate.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
XOpen the front right-hand door.
XOpen cover:in the direction of the arrow
and remove it.
You will see the VIN.
The VIN can also be found in the following loca-
tions:
Ron the lower edge of the windshield
(Ypage 433)
Ron the vehicle identification plate
(Ypage 432)
Engine number
:Emission control information plate, includ-
ing the certification of both federal and Cali-
fornian emissions standards
;Engine number (stamped into the crank-
case)
=VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
Service products and filling capaci-
ties
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous 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.
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
RFuels
RExhaust gas aftertreatment additives, e.g.
DEF
RLubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
RCoolant
RBrake fluid
RWindshield washer fluid
RClimate control system refrigerant
Components and service products must be
matched. Only use products recommended by
Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the
use of products which have not been recom-
mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in
this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the
appropriate section.
Information on tested and approved products
can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
You can recognize service products approved by
Mercedes-Benz by the following inscription on
the containers:
RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
RMB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations indi-
cate a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet Number (e.g. MB
Service products and filling capacities433
Technical data
Z

Mercedes-AMG vehicles:only use SAE 0W-40
or SAE 5W-40 engine oils.
iMB approval is indicated on the oil contain-
ers.
Filling capacities
The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
ModelCapacity
GLE 250 d 4MATIC6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC8.5 US qt (8.0l)
GLE 450 Sport AMG
4MATIC
GLE 550 4MATIC9.0 US qt (8.5l)
Mercedes‑AMG
vehicles
All other models7.4 US qt (7.0l)
Additives
!Do not use any additives in the 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-temper- ature characteristics of engine oils can deterio-
rate significantly, e.g. as a result of aging, soot
and fuel deposits. It is therefore strongly rec-
ommended that you carry out regular oil
changes using an approved engine oil with the
appropriate SAE classification.
Brake fluid
GWARNING
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 ser-
vice products when handling brake fluid
(
Ypage 433).
The brake fluid change intervals can be found in
the Maintenance Booklet.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-
Benz in accordance with MB-Freigabe or MB-
Approval 331.0.
Information about approved brake fluid can be
obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
iHave the brake fluid regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the replace-
ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
Coolant
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before you add anti-
freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled
next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the
438Service products and filling capacities
Technical data

:;
Off-road level 226°28°
Off-road level 328°29°
For further information about approach/depar-
ture angles, see (Ypage 190).
Maximum gradient-climbing capabil-
ity
Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing capa-
bility depends on the off-road conditions and theroad surface conditions.
Vehicles with the Off-Road Engineering
package: the maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity is 100 % when the LOW RANGE off-road gear
is selected.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the maximum gradi-
ent climbing ability is 80 %.
Vehicles without the Off-Road Engineering
package: the maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity is 80 %.
GLE 550 e 4MATIC: the maximum gradient
climbing ability is 50 %.
Accelerate carefully and make sure that the
wheels do not spin when driving on steep ter-
rain.
iIf the load on the front axle is reduced when
pulling away on a steep uphill slope, the front
wheels have a tendency to spin. 4ETS recog-
nizes this and brakes the wheels accordingly. The rear wheel torque is increased, making it
easier to drive off.
For further information about the maximum gra-
dient climbing ability, see (
Ypage 190).
Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
!
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
changes to the cooling system and drive train
may be necessary, depending on the vehicle
type.
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
observe the anchorage points on the chassis
frame.
:Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch
;Rear axle center line
444Trailer tow hitch
Technical data

Trailer loads
Trailer loads, trailer drawbar noseweights and axle loads
Missing values for the model GLE 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC were not available at the time of going to
print.
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12% from a standstill)
GLE 250 d 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 3506614 lbs (3000 kg)
GLE 350 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 400 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 550 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC7198 lbs (3265 kg)
GLE 550 e 4MATIC4409 lbs (2000 kg)
Maximumdrawbar noseweight (the drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load)
GLE 250 d 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 350529 lbs (240kg )
GL E 350 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 400 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 550 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
Merc edes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 350 d 4MATIC575 lbs (261kg )
GL E 550 e 4MATIC353 lbs (160kg )
Permissibl ere ar axle load when towing a trailer
GLE 250 d 4MATIC3638 lbs (1650 kg)
GLE 3503527 lbs (1600 kg)
GLE 350 4MATIC3527 lbs (1600 kg)
GLE 400 4MATIC3527 lbs (1600 kg)
GLE 550 4MATIC3527 lbs (1600 kg)
Trailerto w hitch445
Technical data
Z