oil filter MERCEDES-BENZ GL-Class 2015 X166 Owner's Manual

1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 355
12 V socket see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning .........................................3 82
Function/notes ............................ .237
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) ................................................. .257 A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 293
Function/notes ................................ 68
Important safety notes .................... 68
Warning lamp ................................. 329
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 60
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 155
Active Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 284
Display message ............................ 316
Function/informatio n.................... 249
Trailer towing ................................. 252
Active Curve System
Display message ............................ 313
Function/note s............................. 220
Active Driving Assistance package .. 249
Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 284
Display message ............................ 315
Function/information .................... 252
Trailer towing ................................. 255
Active light function ......................... 133
Active Parking Assist Display message ............................ 316
Exiting a parking space .................. 231
Function/note s............................. 228
Important safety notes .................. 228 Parking .......................................... 230
Towing a trailer .............................. 232
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 76
Adaptive Brake Assist Display message ............................ 300
Function/note s................................ 72
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 308
Function/note s............................. 134
Switching on/of f........................... 134
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 452
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Function/note s............................. 220
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 58
Display message ............................ 303
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 51
Important safety notes .................... 50
Introduction ..................................... 50
Knee bag .......................................... 52
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 45
Side impact air bag .......................... 52
Window curtain air bag .................... 53
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) .............. 311
AIR FLOW ........................................... 157
AIRMATIC package ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 220
Function/note s............................. 219
Level control .................................. 221
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 163
Important safety notes .................. 162
Rear ............................................... 163
Setting ........................................... 162
Setting the center air vents ........... 162
Setting the side air vents ............... 163
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system )......... 78
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 78
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 78
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) 4
Index

Checking the oil leve
l .....................373
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 373
Display message ............................ 310
Filling capacity ............................... 451
Notes about oil grades ................... 451
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 373
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 289
Viscosity ........................................ 452
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 289
Characteristics ................................. 74
Deactivating/activating ................... 74
Display message ............................ 293
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 73
Function/notes ................................ 73
General notes .................................. 73
Important safety information ........... 73
Trailer stabilization ........................... 75
Warning lamp ................................. 331
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 73
Exhaust check ................................... 194
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) ................................................. .382
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 122
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 123
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 123
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 123
Folding in when locking (on-board computer) ...................................... 288
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 123
Setting ........................................... 123
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 124
Storing the parking position .......... 124
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 344 F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
Flat tire
MOExtended tire s.......................... 389
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 389
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 390
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 369
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ....................................... 346
Fording Off-road ......................................... 198
On flooded roads ........................... 198
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 449
Consumption statistics .................. 277
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 278
Displaying the range ...................... 278
Driving tips .................................... 194
Fuel gaug e....................................... 35
Grade (gasoline )............................ 448
Important safety notes .................. 448
Low outside temperature s............. 450
Premium-grade unleaded gaso-
line ................................................. 448
Problem (malfunction) ................... 188
Quality (diesel )............................... 449
Refueling ........................................ 185
Tank content/reserve fue l............. 448
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 187
Fuel filter (display message) ............ 311
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 278
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 448
Problem (malfunction) ................... 188
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 402
Before changing ............................. 402
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 403
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 403 Index
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Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine
Example: vehicles with a diesel engine
X Pull oil dipstick 0043out of the dipstick guide
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick 0043.
X Slowly slide oil dipstick 0043into the guide
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark 0087and
MAX mark 0044, the oil level is correct.
X If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark 0087
or below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) engine oil.
Adding engine oil G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the
following. G
WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next to
the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and
thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com-
ponents before starting the engine. H
Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a ser-
vice system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following:
R using engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the
service system
R replacing engine oil and oil filters after
the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
R using 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. 374
Engine compartmentMaintenance and care

time during which the battery is disconnec-
ted.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
X Note down the service due date displayed
in the multifunction display before discon-
necting the battery.
or X After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the service date shown on the display. Hiding a service message
X Press the 0038or0076 button on the steer-
ing wheel. Displaying service messages
X Switch on the ignition.
X Press the 0059or0065 button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Serv. Serv.menu.
X Press the 0063or0064 button to select the
ASSYST PLUS
ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm by
pressing the 0076button.
The service due date appears in the multi-
function display. Information about Service
Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service
interval display !
If the ASSYST PLUS service interval dis-
play has been inadvertently reset, this set-
ting can be corrected at a qualified special-
ist workshop.
Have service work carried out as described in the Maintenance Booklet. This may oth-
erwise lead to increased wear and damage
to the major assemblies or the vehicle.
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset
the ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out.
You can also obtain further information on
maintenance work, for example.
Special service requirements The specified maintenance interval takes only
the normal operation of the vehicle into
account. Under arduous operating conditions
or increased load on the vehicle, mainte-
nance work must be carried out more fre-
quently, for example:
R regular city driving with frequent intermedi-
ate stops
R if the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distances
R use in mountainous terrain or on poor road
surfaces
R if the engine is often left idling for long peri-
ods
Under these or similar conditions, have, for
example, the air filter, engine oil and oil filter
replaced or changed more frequently. Under
arduous operating conditions, the tires must
be checked more often. Further information
can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter.
Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network
is also available in other countries. You can
obtain further information from any author-
ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Care
General notes
H
Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible man- ner. Care
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!
Do not use the following:
R marine diesel
R heating oil
R bio-diesel
R vegetable oil
R gasoline
R paraffin
R kerosene
Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and
do not use any special additives. This can
otherwise lead to engine damage.
! Vehicles with diesel particle filters:
in
countries outside the EU, only use low sul- fur Euro diesel with a sulfur content of
under 50 ppm. Otherwise, the emission
control system could be damaged.
! Vehicles without a diesel particle fil-
ter: in countries where only diesel fuel with
a high sulfur content is available, you will
need to carry out your vehicle's oil change
at shorter intervals. Further information on
oil change intervals can be obtained at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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 assis-
tance.
Information on refueling (Y page 186).
Bio-diesel – FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio-diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The
concentration of bio-diesel in the ULSD may
not exceed 5% by volume.
Pure bio-diesel and diesel fuel with a higher
percentage of bio-diesel, such as B20, can
damage the engine and the fuel system. For
this reason, they are not approved.
For more information, consult the gas station
staff. The bio-diesel B5 label on the gasoline
pump must clearly state that the standard for ULSD has been fulfilled. If the label is not
clear, do not refuel the vehicle. Do not refuel your vehicle with fuels unless
they have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Information on refueling (Y page 186).
Low outside temperatures
i Diesel fuel with improved cold flow prop-
erties is available during the winter months.
Further information about fuel properties
can be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas stations. DEF
Important safety notes Comply with the important safety notes for
service products when handling DEF
(Y
page 447).
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 expe-
rience a burning sensation in your eyes, 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.
Low outside temperatures DEF freezes at a temperature of approx-
imately 12 ‡(-11 †). The vehicle is delivered
from the factory equipped with a DEF pre-
heating system. Winter operation can thus be
guaranteed even at temperatures below 12 ‡
(-11 †). 450
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data

Additives
!
Only use DEF in accordance with ISO
22241. Do not use additives with DEF and
do not dilute DEF with water. This may
destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after-
treatment system.
Purity !
Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other ser-
vice products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to:
R increased emission values
R damage to the catalytic converter
R engine damage
R malfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas
aftertreatment system
Assuring the purity of DEF is particularly
important with respect to avoiding malfunc-
tions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreat-
ment system.
If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank, e.g.
during repair work, it must not be returned to the tank. The purity of the fluid can no longer
be guaranteed.
Filling capacities Model Total capacity
GL 350 Blue-
TEC 4MATIC
8.2 US gal
(31.2 l) Engine oil
General notes !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to ful- fill the prescribed service intervals. Do not
change the engine oil or oil filter in order to
achieve longer replacement intervals than
those prescribed. You could otherwise
cause engine damage or damage to the
exhaust gas aftertreatment. Follow the instructions in the service inter-
val display regarding the oil change. Other-
wise, you may damage the engine and the
exhaust gas aftertreatment.
When handling engine oil, observe the impor- tant safety notes on service products
(Y page 447).
The engine oils are matched to the perform-
ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service
intervals. You should therefore only use
engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter. Or visit the website
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle.
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print. Model Engine
model MB
Approval GL 450
GL 450 4MATIC
276 229.5
GL 550 4MATIC
278 229.5
AMG vehicles
157 229.5
GL 350 Blue-
TEC 4MATIC
642 228.51,
229.31,
229.51,
229.52 i
MB approval is indicated on the oil con-
tainers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.Service products and filling capacities
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