service interval MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 2018 Owners Manual

Air-conditioning system
see Climat e control
AIRMATIC package
ADS (A dapt ive Damping System) .. .1 83
Function/notes ............................ .1 83
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 75
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 75
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 75
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG
Adaptive sport suspension sys-
tem ................................................ 186
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 240
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle .............. 168
Ashtray ............................................... 307
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .2 36
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .2 36
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ....... .3 25
Hiding a service message .............. 325
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 325
Service message ............................ 325
Special service requirements ......... 326
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 75
Function .......................................... .7 5
Switching off the alarm .................... 75
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 237
Display message ............................ 260
Function/notes ............................. 202
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 234
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 255
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ............... 326
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop functio n) .................................... 140
A uto matic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 139
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 110
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 146
Changing gear ............................... 146
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 143
Display message ............................ 270
Drive program ................................ 146
Drive program display .................... 145
Driving tips .................................... 146
DYNAMIC SELECT controller ......... 142
Emergency running mode .............. 150
Engaging drive position .................. 145
Engaging neutral ............................ 144
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 144
Engaging reverse gear ................... 144
Engaging the park position ............ 144
Important safety notes .................. 143
Kickdown ....................................... 146
Manual shifting .............................. 147
Oil temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 240
Overview ........................................ 143
Problem (malfunction) ................... 150
Pulling away ................................... 138
Starting the engine ........................ 137
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 147
Trailer towing ................................. 146
Transmission position display ........ 145
Transmission positions .................. 145
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 150
AUX jacks
CD/DVD drive ............................... 294
Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 394 Index 5

Protecting the environment
General notes
H Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors: R
operating conditions of your vehicle R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions: R
avoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption. R
always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct. R
do not carry any unnecessary weight. R
remove roof racks once you no longer need
them. R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals. R
always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style: R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine. R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary. R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front. R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to

X
Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. X
Have all service and maintenance work car-
ried out at the specified intervals.
Fuel consumption also increases when driving in
cold weather, in stop-start traffic and in hilly ter-
rain.
Drinking and driving
G WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can
affect your reflexes, perceptions and judg-
ment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent is greatly increased when you drink or
take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak-
ing drugs.
Emission control
G WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
Certain engine systems are designed to keep
the level of poisonous components in exhaust
fumes within legal limits.
These systems only work at peak efficiency if
they are serviced exactly in accordance with the
manufacturer's specifications. Always have
work on the engine carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related systems
must be carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The engine settings must not be changed under
any circumstances. Furthermore, all specific
service work must be carried out at regular
intervals and in accordance with the Mercedes-
Benz service requirements. You can obtain current information concerning
the servicing of your vehicle at any time from a
qualified specialist workshop. This could be an
overview of the mainte nance w ork or any addi-
ti
onal maintenance work, for example.
ECO display The ECO display shows you how economical
your driving style is. The ECO display assists you
in achieving the most economical driving style
for the selected settings and prevailing condi-
tions. Your driving style can significantly influ-
ence the vehicle's consumption.
C
Acceleration D
Coasting

Settings menu
Introduction Depending on the equipment installed in the
vehicle, In the Sett. menu you have the follow-
ing options: R
Changing the instrument cluster settings
( Y
page 238)R
Changing the light settings ( Y
page 238)R
Changing the vehicle settings ( Y
page 239)R
Changing the convenience settings
( Y
page 239)R
Restoring the factory settings ( Y
page 240)
Instrument cluster submenu Selecting the distance unit The Display Unit Speedometer / Odome‐
ter: function allows you to choose whether
certain displays appear in kilometers or miles in
the multifunction display. X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
wheel to select the Sett. menu.X
Press the d or c button to select the
Instrument Cluster submenu.X
Press v to confirm.X
Press the d or c button to select the
Display Unit Speedometer / Odometer
function.
You will see the selected setting: km or miles .X
Press the v button to save the setting.
The selected unit of measurement for distance
applies to: R
Digital speedometer in the Trip menuR
Odometer and the trip odometer R
Trip computer R
Current consumption and the range R
Navigation instructions in the Navi menuR
Cruise control R
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC R
ASSYST PLUS service interval display
Selecting permanent display
The Permanent Display: function allows you
to choose whether the multifunction display
always shows the outside temperature or the
speed. The speed display is inverse to the speedome-
ter. X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
wheel to select the Sett. menu.X
Press the d or c button to select the
Instrument Cluster submenu.X
Confirm by pressing v on the steering
wheel. X
Press the d or c button to select the
Permanent Display: function.
The current setting, Outside Temperature ,
Speedometer [km/h] or Speedometer
[mph] appears. X
To change the setting: press v again.
Light submenu Setting the daytime running lamps This function is not available in Canada. X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
wheel to select the Sett. menu.X
Press the d or c button to select the
Light submenu. X
Press v to confirm. X
Press d or c to select the Daytime
Running Lights function.
If the Daytime Running Lights function has
been switched on, the cone of light and the

Adding washer fluid to the windshield
washer system
Example: washer flui d reservoirX
To open : pull cap C upwards by th e tab .X
Ad d th e premixed washer fluid .X
To close: press cap C onto th e filler neck
until it engages.
If th e washer fluid level drops belo w th e recom-
mended minimum of 1 liter, a message appear s
in th e multifunction display prompting you to
add washer fluid ( Y
page 272).
Further information on windshield washer fluid
( Y
page 389).
ASSYST PLUS
Service message
i If th e scheduled servic e intervals are excee-
ded, this may result in damag e to th e vehicle.
You can obtain up-to-date information concern -
ing th e servicing of your vehicl e from a qualified
specialis t workshop , e.g. an authorize d
Mercedes-Benz Cente r or at
http://www.mbusa.co m (US A only).
i The ASSYS T PLU S servic e interval display
does no t sho w any information on th e engin e
oil level. Observ e th e note s on th e engin e oil
level ( Y
page 322).
The multifunction display shows a servic e mes -
sage for several seconds, e.g. :R
Servic e A in .. Day sR
Servic e A DueR
Servic e A Exceeded by .. Day s
Dependin g on th e operating condition s of th e
vehicle, th e remaining time or distanc e until th e
next servic e due dat e is displayed. The lette r A or B , possibl y in connection wit h a
number or another letter, shows th e typ e of ser -
vice. A stand s for a minor servic e and B for a
major service.
Further information can be obtained at a quali-
fie d specialist workshop .
The ASSYS T PLU S servic e interval display does
no t tak e int o accoun t any periods of time during
whic h th e battery is disconnected.
Maintainin g th e time-dependen t servic e sched-
ule: X
Not e down th e servic e due dat e displayed in
th e multifunction display before disconnect -
ing th e battery.
or X
Afte r reconnecting th e battery, subtrac t th e
battery disconnection periods from th e ser -
vic e dat e shown on th e display.
Hiding a service message X
Press th e 8 or v butto n on th e steering
wheel.
Displaying service messages X
Switc h on th e ignition .X
Press th e Y or e butto n on th e steering
whee l to select th e Serv. menu.X
Press th e c or d butto n to select th e
ASSYST PLU S submen u and confirm by press-
ing th e v button.
The servic e due dat e appear s in th e multi-
function display.
Infor ma ti on about Service
Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service
interval display
! If th e ASSYS T PLU S servic e interval display
has been inadvertentl y reset , this setting can
be correcte d at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Hav e servic e wor k carrie d out as described in
th e Maintenance Booklet . This may otherwise
lead to increased wear and damag e to th e
major assemblies or th e vehicle.ASSYST PLUS 325
Maintenance and care Z

A qualified specialist workshop will reset the
ASSYST 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 increased load on the vehicle,
maintenance work must be carried out more
frequently, 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 periods
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 workshop.
Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is
also available in other countries. You can obtain
further information from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Care
General notes
H Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible man-
ner.
! When cleaning your car, do not use: R
dry, coarse or hard cloths R
abrasive cleaning agents R
solvents R
cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces and films with hard
objects, e.g. rings or ice scrapers. Otherwise, you may scratch or damage the surfaces and
films.
! Do not park your vehicle for a long period of
time directly after cleaning, particularly after
cleaning the wheel rim with wheel cleaner.
Wheel cleaner can lead to the increased cor-
rosion of the brake discs and pads. Therefore,
drive for a few minutes after cleaning. By
heating up the brakes, the brake discs and
pads dry. The vehicle can then be parked for a
long period of time.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Washing the vehicle and cleaning the
paintwork
Automatic car wash
G WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
After the vehicle has been washed, brake
carefully while paying attention to the traffic
conditions until full braking power is restored.
! Before driving into an automatic car wash,
make sure that it is suitable for the dimen-
sions of the vehicle. In particular, make sure
that: R
there is enough ground clearance between
the vehicle underbody and the guide rails of
the automatic car wash. R
the clearance width of the automatic car
wash is sufficient, particularly the width of
the guide rails. R
you enter the automatic car wash straight
and in the center of the guide rails in order
to avoid damaging the tires or wheel rims.
Fold in the exterior mirrors before the vehicle
is washed. The exterior mirrors could other-
wise be damaged.
! When Distance Pilot DISTRONIC or the
HOLD function is activated, the vehicle
brakes automatically in certain situations.326
Care
Maintenance and care

Additives
! Only use DE F in accordanc e wit h IS O
22241. Do no t use additive s wit h DE F and do
no t dilut e DE F wit h water. This may destroy
th e BlueTE C exhaust gas aftertreatmen t sys-
tem.
Purity
! Impurities in DE F (e.g. due to other servic e
products , cleaning agents or dust ) lead to :R
increased emission value sR
damag e to th e catalytic converterR
engin e damag eR
malfunction s in th e BlueTE C exhaust gas
aftertreatmen t system
Assuring th e purity of DE F is particularly impor-
tan t wit h respec t to avoidin g malfunction s in th e
BlueTE C exhaust gas aftertreatmen t system.
If DE F is pumped out of th e DE F tank, e.g. during
repair work, it mus t no t be returned to th e tank.
The purity of th e fluid can no longer be guaran-
teed.
Filling capacities Model Total capacit y
All models
8. 5 US gal
(32.0 l)
Engine oil
Gene ra l notes
! Do no t use engin e oil or an oil filter wit h
specification s deviating from those expressl y
require d for th e prescribed servic e intervals. Do no t chang e th e engin e oil or oil filter in
order to set replacemen t intervals longer than
those prescribed. This could otherwise caus e
damag e to th e engin e or exhaust gas after-
treatment.
Follow th e instruction s on th e servic e interval
display for changing th e engin e oil. This could
otherwise caus e damag e to th e engin e or
exhaust gas aftertreatment.
When handlin g engin e oil, observ e th e important
safet y note s on servic e products ( Y
page 383).
The engin e oils are matched to th e performance
of Mercedes-Benz engines and servic e intervals.
You should therefor e only use engin e oils and oil
filters that are approve d for vehicles wit h main -
tenance systems .
Fo r a list of approve d engin e oils and oil filters ,
consult an authorize d Mercedes-Benz Center.
Alternatively, visit th e websit e
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m .
The table shows whic h engin e oils hav e been
approve d for your vehicle.
Gasolin e engines MB-Freigabe or
MB-Approva l
All models
229.5, 229. 6
Mercede s ‑ AMG vehicles
229. 5
Diesel engines MB-Freigabe or
MB-Approva l
All models
229.52
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: only use SA E 0W-40
or SA E 5W-40 engin e oils .
i MB approval is indicated on th e oil contain -
ers .
Filling capacities The followin g value s refer to an engin e oil
change, includin g th e oil filter.
Model Capacit y
GLE 300 d 4MATIC
6. 9 US qt (6.5 l)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 43 4MATIC 7.4 US qt (7.0 l)Service products and filling capacities 387
Technical data Z

Model Capacity
GLE 550 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 S 4MATIC 9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
Al l ot her models
7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
Ad ditives
! Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
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 ser-
vice products when handling brake fluid
( Y
page 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 .
i Have 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
G WARNING
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.
i Have 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
( Y
page 383).
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It is responsible for
the following: R
anti-corrosion protection R
antifreeze protection R
raising the boiling point
If the coolant has antifreeze protection down to
-35 ‡ ( -37 †), the boiling point of the coolant
during operation is approximately 266 ‡
(130 †).388
Service products and filling capacities
Technical data

The antifreeze concentrate/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should: R
be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †). R
not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection down
to -49 ‡[ -45 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be
dissipated as effectively.
Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance
with MB Specifications for Service Products
310.1.
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled
with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate
antifreeze and anti-corrosion protection.
i The coolant is checked at specified intervals
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Filling capacities Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Model Capacity
Mercedes ‑ AMG
vehicles Approx. 11.9 US qt
(11.3 l)
GLE 300 d 4MATIC
Approx. 10.7 US qt
(10.1 l)
GLE 350
Approx. 11.1 US qt
(10.5 l)
GLE 350 4MATIC
Approx. 11.1 US qt
(10.5 l)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC
Approx. 12.2 US qt
(11.5 l)
GLE 400 4MATIC
Approx. 10.3 US qt
(9.7 l)
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 43 4MATIC Approx. 10.3 US qt
(9.7 l)
GLE 550 4MATIC
All other models
Approx. 10.3 US qt
(9.7 l) Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The
spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
Do not use distilled or de-ionized water. Other-
wise, the level sensor may give a false reading.
When handling washer fluid, observe the impor-
tant safety notes on service products
( Y
page 383).
At temperatures above freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit.
Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water.
At temperatures below freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit.
For the correct mixing ratio refer to the infor-
mation on the antifreeze reservoir.
i Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB Sum-
merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all
year round.
Climate control system refrigerant
Important safety notes The climate control system of your vehicle is fil-
led with refrigerant R ‑ 134a.
The instruction label regarding the refrigerant
type used can be found on the radiator cross
member.
! Only the refrigerant R ‑ 134a and the PAG oil
approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with
any other PAG oil that is not approved forService products and filling capacities 389
Technical data Z