2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV oil additives

1, 2, 3 ...
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 213
12 V socket
see Sockets
115 V socket ...................................... 308
360° camera
Cleaning ........................................ .330
Display in the multimedia system .. 200
Function/notes .............................1 98
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 244
Function/notes ................................ 66
Important safety notes .................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 277
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 59
Activating media mode
General notes ................................ 293
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 127
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 237
Display message ............................ 264
Function/information .................... 208
Trailer towing ................................. 210
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating .............. 237
Display message ............................ 249
Function/notes ................................ 67
Active Brake Assist with cross-
traffic function
Activating or deactivating .............. 237
Display message ............................ 250
Function/notes ................................ 72
Important safety notes .................... 73
Warning lamp ................................. 285
Active Curve System
Display message ............................ 261 Function/notes ............................. 184
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 237
Display message ............................ 263
Function/information .................... 210
Trailer towing ................................. 213
Active light function ......................... 112
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 72
Adaptive Damping System
see ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 256
Function/notes ............................. 113
Switching on/off ........................... 114
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 388
Address book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Adjusting the volume
Multimedia system ........................ 288
ADS (Adaptive Damping System)
Function/notes ............................. 183
Air bags
Depl oyment ..................................... 56
Di

splay message ............................ 253
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 50
Important safety notes .................... 49
Introduction ..................................... 49
Knee bag .......................................... 50
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 51
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 45
Side impact air bag .......................... 51
Window curtain air bag .................... 51
Air filter (display message) .............. 259
AIR FLOW ........................................... 128
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 132
Important safety notes .................. 132
Rear ............................................... 133
Setting ........................................... 132
Setting the center air vents ........... 132
Setting the side air vents ............... 132
4Index

Emissions controlService and warranty information .... 28
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp .......... .283
Display message ............................ 256
ECO start/stop function ................ 139
Engine number ............................... 383
Irregular running ............................ 141
Jump-starting ................................. 342
Starting (important safety notes) ... 136
Starting problems .......................... 141
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 137
Starting via smartphone ................ 137
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 137
Switching off .................................. 157
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 348
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 141
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Adding ...........................................3 23
Additives ........................................ 388
Checking the oil level ..................... 322
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 323
Display message ............................ 258
Filling capacity ............................... 387
Notes about oil grades ................... 387
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 322
Temperature (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...............2 40
Engine switch-off
see ECO start/stop function
Entering an address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 87
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 241
Characteristics ................................. 70
Deactivating/activating ................... 71
Display message ............................ 244
Function/notes ................................ 70
General notes .................................. 70
Important safety information ........... 70
Warning lamp ................................. 279 ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem)
...................................................... 70
Exhaust check ................................... 160
Exhaust pipe (
cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................3 30
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 105
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 107
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 240
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 106
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 106
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 107
Setting ........................................... 106
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 108
Storing the parking position .......... 107
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 297
F
Favorites
Overview ........................................ 289
Filler cap
see Refueling
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 336
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 335
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 337
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 319
Fog lamps (extended range) ............. 113
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ....................................... 298
Fording
Off-road ......................................... 164
On flooded roads ........................... 163
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 381
Two-way radio ................................ 381
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 385
Consumption statistics .................. 231
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 232
Displaying the range ...................... 232
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Seat beltsAdjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt .........................4 8
Adjusting the height ......................... 48
Cleaning ......................................... 332
Correct usage .................................. 47
Fastening ......................................... 48
Important safety guidelines ............. 46
Introduction .....................................4 5
Releasin g ......................................... 48
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 239
Warning lamp ................................. 274
Warning lamp (function) ................... 48
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 101
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 99
Calling up a stored setting (mem-
ory function) .................................. 109
Cleaning the cover ......................... 332
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ................................... 298
Important safety notes .................... 97
Overview .......................................... 97
Seat heating problem .................... 103
Seat ventilation problem ................ 103
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 108
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 101
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 102
Section
Sliding sunroof ................................. 92
Securing hooks .................................. 300
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 332
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 330
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 237
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 388
Coolant (engine) ............................ 388
DEF special additives ..................... 386
Engine oil ....................................... 387
Fuel ................................................ 384 Important safety notes .................. 383
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 389
Washer fluid ................................... 389
Setting the air distribution ............... 129
Setting the airflow ............................ 129
Setting the date
/time format
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Setting the time
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 240
On-board computer ....................... 238
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 241
Side impact air bag ............................. 51
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 255
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 329
Convenience closing feature ............ 90
Convenience opening feature .......... 89
Important safety information ........... 88
Opening/closing .............................. 89
Overview .......................................... 88
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 91
Resetting ......................................... 91
Reversing feature ............................. 89
SIRIUS services
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 287
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 92
Opening/closing .............................. 93
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 95
Resetting ......................................... 93
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 80
Changing the programming ............. 79
Checking the battery ....................... 80
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When checking the oil level:
Rpark the vehicle on a level surface.
Rthe engine should be switched off for approx-
imately five minutes if the engine is at normal
operating temperature.
Rif the engine is not at normal operating tem-
perature, e.g. if the engine was only started
briefly, wait about 30 minutes before carrying
out the measurement.
Checking the oil level using the oil dip-
stick
Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine
Example: vehicles with a diesel engine
XPull oil dipstick :out of the dipstick tube.
XWipe off oil dipstick :.
XSlowly slide oil dipstick :into the guide tube
to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark =and MAX
mark ;, the oil level is correct.
XIf the oil level has dropped to MIN mark =or
below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) engine oil.
Adding engine oil
HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to
the environment.
!Use only engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with a service system. A list of the engine oils and oil filters that have
been tested and approved in accordance with
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products is available at any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
The following cause engine failure or damage
to the exhaust system:
RUse of engine oils and oil filters that have
not been expressly approved for the service
system
RReplacement of engine oil and oil filter after
the replacement interval specified by the
service system has expired
RUse of engine oil additives
!Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the engine
or to the catalytic converter. Have excess
engine oil siphoned off.
Example: engine oil cap
XTurn cap :counter-clockwise and remove it.
XAdd engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil.
XReplace cap :on the filler neck and tighten
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place securely.
XCheck the oil level again with the oil dipstick
(Ypage 323).
Engine compartment323
Maintenance and care
Z

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 383)
Ron the vehicle identification plate
(Ypage 382)
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 match.
You should therefore only use products that
have been tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
You can identify service products approved by
Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on
the container:
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 229.5). They have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Other identifications, for example:
R0 W-30
R5 W-30
R5 W-40
Service products and filling capacities383
Technical data
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If standard unleaded gasoline is unavailable
and you have to refuel with unleaded gasoline
of a lower grade, observe the following pre-
cautions:
ROnly fill the fuel tank to half full with regular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest with pre-
mium-grade unleaded gasoline as soon as
possible.
RDo not drive at the maximum speed.
RAvoid sudden acceleration and engine
speeds over 3,000 rpm.
You will usually find information about the fuel
grade on the fuel pump. If you cannot find the
label on the fuel pump, ask the gas station staff.
iFor more information, please contact a
qualified specialist workshop or visit
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
As a temporary measure, if the recommended
fuel is not available, you may also use regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
87 AKI/91 RON. This may reduce engine per-
formance and increase fuel consumption. Avoid
driving at full throttle and sudden acceleration.
Never refuel using gasoline with a lower AKI.
Information on refueling (
Ypage 151).
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 preven-
tion of residue buildup. gasoline must only be mixed with additives recommended by
Mercedes-Benz. Comply with the instructions
for use on the product label. More information
about recommended additives can be
obtained from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use bran- ded fuels that have additives.
The fuel quality available in some countries may
not be sufficient. Residue could build up in the
fuel injection system as a result. In such cases,
and in consultation with an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed
with the cleaning additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz. You must observe the notes
and mixing ratios specified on the container.
Diesel
Fuel grade
GWARNING
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
components could overheat without being
noticed. There is a risk of fire.
Never refuel with gasoline. Never mix gasoline with diesel fuel.
!Only use Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD),
otherwise it may lead to increased wear and
damage to the fuel system, engine and
exhaust system.
!Do not use the following:
Rgasoline
Rdiesel with a bio-diesel content greater
than 5% (e.g. B20)
Rbio-diesel
Rvegetable oil
Rparaffin
Rkerosene
Rmarine diesel
Rheating oil
Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and do
not use any special additives. Otherwise,
engine damage may occur.
!In countries outside USA and Canada, only
use sulfur-free diesel with a sulfur content
under 50 ppm. Otherwise, the emission con-
trol system could be damaged.
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.
Information on refueling (
Ypage 151).
Low outside temperatures
iDiesel fuel with improved cold flow proper-
ties is available during the winter months.
Further information about fuel properties can
be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas
stations.
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Additives
!Only use DEFin accordanc ewit hIS O
22241. Do no tuse additive swit hDE Fand do
no tdilut eDE Fwit hwater. This may destroy
th eBlueTE Cexhaust gas aftertreatmen tsys-
tem.
Purity
!Impurities in DE F(e.g. due to other servic e
products ,cleaning agents or dust )lead to :
Rincreased emission value s
Rdamageto th ecatalytic converter
Rengin edamag e
Rmalfunction sin th eBlueTE Cexhaust gas
aftertreatmen tsystem
Assuring th epurity of DE Fis particularly impor-
tan twit hrespec tto avoidin gmalfunction sin th e
BlueTE Cexhaust gas aftertreatmen tsystem.
If DE Fis pumped out of th eDE Ftank, e.g. during
repair work, it mus tno tbe returned to th etank.
The purity of th efluid can no longer be guaran-
teed.
Filling capacities
ModelTotal capacit y
All models8.5US gal
(32.0 l)
Engine oil
Gene ral notes
!Do no tuse engin eoil or an oil filter wit h
specification sdeviating from those expressl y
require dfor th eprescribed servic eintervals. Do no
tchang eth eengin eoil or oil filter in
order to set replacemen tintervals longer than
those prescribed. This could otherwise caus e
damag eto th eengin eor exhaust gas after-
treatment.
Follow th einstruction son th eservic einterval
display for changing th eengin eoil. This could
otherwise caus edamag eto th eengin eor
exhaust gas aftertreatment.
When handlin gengin eoil, observ eth eimportant
safet ynote son servic eproducts (
Ypage 383).
The engin eoils are matched to th eperformance
of Mercedes-Benz engines and servic eintervals.
You should therefor eonly use engin eoils and oil
filters that are approve dfor vehicles wit hmain -
tenance systems .
Fo r a list of approve dengin eoils and oil filters ,
consult an authorize dMercedes-Benz Center.
Alternatively, visit th ewebsit e
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
The table shows whic hengin eoils hav ebeen
approve dfor your vehicle.
Gasolin eenginesMB-Freigabe or
MB-Approva l
All models229.5, 229.6
Mercedes‑AMG vehicles229. 5
Diesel enginesMB-Freigabe or
MB-Approva l
All models229.52
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: only use SAE0W-40
or SA E5W-40 engin eoils .
iMB approval is indicated on th eoil contain -
ers .
Filling capacities
The followin gvalue srefer to an engin eoil
change, includin gth eoil filter.
ModelCapacit y
GLE 300 d4MATIC6.9US qt (6.5l)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 43 4MATIC7.4 US qt (7.0l)
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ModelCapacity
GLE 550 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 S 4MATIC9.0 US qt (8.5l)
Allot her models7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
Additives
!Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
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 383).
Only use brake fluid approved for Mercedes-
Benz according to 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.com.
iHave the brake fluid regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop in accordance
with the replacement intervals and the
replacement confirmed in the service report.
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
antifreeze from components before starting
the engine.
!Only add coolant that has been premixed
with the desired antifreeze protection. You
could otherwise damage the engine.
Further information on coolants can be found
in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser-
vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the
Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or con-
tact a qualified specialist workshop.
!Always use a suitable coolant mixture, even
in countries where high temperatures prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not
sufficiently protected from corrosion and
overheating.
iHave the coolant regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the replace-
ment confirmed in the service report.
Comply with the important safety notes for ser-
vice products when handling coolant
(
Ypage 383).
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It is responsible for
the following:
Ranti-corrosion protection
Rantifreeze protection
Rraising the boiling point
If the coolant has antifreeze protection dow n to
-35 ‡ (

-37 †), the boiling point of the coolant
during operation is approximately 266 ‡
(130 †).
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