MERCEDES-BENZ GLE-Class 2016 W218 Owner's Manual

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 contact 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 Maintenance Booklet.
Comply with the important safety precautions
for service products when handling coolant
(
Ypage 433).
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the fol-
lowing tasks:
Rcorrosion protection
Rantifreeze protection
Rraising 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 †).
The antifreeze concentrate/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should:
Rbe at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
Rnot 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.
iWhen the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled
with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate
antifreeze and corrosion protection.
iThe coolant is checked with every mainte-
nance interval at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Filling capacities
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
ModelCapacity
Mercedes ‑AMG
vehicles
GLE 250 d 4MATICApprox. 10.7 US qt (10.1 l)
GLE 350Approx. 11.1 US qt(10.5 l)
GLE 350 d 4MATICApprox. 12.2 US qt(11.5 l)
GLE 450 Sport AMG
4MATIC
GLE 550 4MATICApprox. 12.0 US qt(11.4 l)
All other modelsApprox. 10.3 US qt (9.7 l)
Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
GWARNING
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 as the
level sensor may be triggered erroneously.
When handling washer fluid, observe the impor-
tant safety notes on service products
(
Ypage 433).
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At temperatures above freezing:
XFill 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:
XFill 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.
iAdd 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 for
R-134a refrigerant. Otherwise, the climate
control system may be damaged.
Service work, such as topping up refrigerant or
replacing components, may only be carried out
by a qualified specialist workshop. All applicable
regulations, as well as SAE standard J639, must
be adhered to.
Always have work on the climate control system
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Refrigerant instruction label
Example: refrigerant instruction label
:
Warning symbol
;Refrigerant filling capacity
=Applicable standards
?PAG oil part number
AType of refrigerant
Warning symbol :advises you about:
Rpossible dangers
Rhaving service work carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop
Filling capacities
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
GLE 450 Sport AMG
4MATIC
Mercedes ‑AMG
vehiclesCapacity
Refrigerant
PAG oil
All other modelsCapacity
Refrigerant37.0 ± 0.4 oz
(1050 ± 10 g)
PAG oil3.9 ± 0.4 oz
(110 ± 10 g)
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Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle data:
Rthe heights specified may vary as a result of:
-tires
-load
-condition of the suspension
-optional equipment
Roptional equipment reduces the maximum
payload.
Observe the information relating to level con-
trol:
RAIRMATIC package (Ypage 207)
ROffroad Engineering package (Ypage 237)
Dimensions and weights
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Model:
Opening height
;
Max.
headroom
Mercedes ‑AM
G vehicles85 in
(2159 mm)76.8 in
(1950 mm)
GLE 450 Sport
AMG 4MATIC
All other mod-
els with::
Opening height
;
Max.
headroom
Steel suspen-
sion86.4 in
(2195 mm)78.2 in
(1987 mm)
AIRMATIC
package84.3 in - 87.2 in
(2140 mm - 2215 mm)76.0 in -79.0 in
(1931 mm - 2006 mm)
ON&OFFROAD
package84.3 in -88.4 in
(2140 mm - 2245 mm)76.0 in -80.2 in
(1931 mm - 2036 mm)
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Mercedes ‑AMG vehicles
Vehicle length191.0 in
(4852 mm)
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors84.3 in
(2141 mm)
Maximum vehicle height69.4 in
(1762 mm)
Wheelbase114.8 in
(2915 mm)
Maximum ground clear-
ance7.2 in
(182 mm)
Turning radius38.7 ft
(11.80 m)
Maximum roof load220 lb
(100 kg)
GLE 450 Sport AMG
4MATIC
Vehicle length
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors
Vehicle width without exte-
rior mirrors, without side
running board
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GLE 450 Sport AMG
4MATIC
Vehicle width without exte-
rior mirrors, with side run-
ning board
Maximum vehicle height
(steel suspension)
Maximum vehicle height
(AIRMATIC package)
Maximum vehicle height
(ON&OFFROAD package)
Minimum vehicle height
(AIRMATIC package,
ON&OFFROAD package)
Wheelbase
Maximum ground clear-
ance (steel suspension)
Maximum ground clear-
ance (AIRMATIC package)
Maximum ground clear-
ance (ON&OFFROAD pack-
age)
Minimum ground clear-
ance (AIRMATIC package,
ON&OFFROAD package)
Maximum roof load
All other models
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors84.3 in
(2141 mm)
Maximum vehicle height
(steel suspension)70.7 in
(1796 mm)
Maximum vehicle height
(AIRMATIC package)71.6 in
(1818 mm)
Maximum vehicle height
(ON&OFFROAD package)72.8 in
(1848 mm)
Minimum vehicle height69.2 in
(1758 mm)
Wheelbase114.8 in
(2915 mm)
All other models
Maximum ground clear-
ance (steel suspension)8.0 in
(202 mm)
Maximum ground clear-
ance (AIRMATIC package)10.0 in
(255 mm)
Maximum ground clear-
ance (ON&OFFROAD pack-
age)11.2 in
(285 mm)
Minimum ground clear-
ance7.1 in
(180 mm)
Turning radius38.7 ft
(11.80 m)
Maximum roof load220 lb
(100 kg)
ModelVehicle length
GLE 400 4MATIC
GLE 550 4MATIC189.5 in
(4813 mm)
All other models189.7 in
(4819 mm)
Vehicle data for off-road driving
Fording depth
!
The depth of water must not exceed the
value specified in the table. Note that the
possible fording depth is less in flowing water.
:Fording depth
On vehicles with the AIRMATIC package or the
Off-Road Engineering package, loads up to the
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maximum permissible load have no influence on
fording capability.
Missing values were not available at the time of
going to print.
Fordingdepth
Steel-sprung vehicles20 in
(50 cm)
Vehicles with the AIRMATIC
package
Raised level20 in
(50 cm)
Vehicles with the Off-Road
Engineering package
Off-road level 120 in
(50 cm)
Off-road level 220 in
(50 cm)
Off-road level 323.6 in
(60 cm)
Mercedes-AMG vehicles
Raised level20 in
(50 cm)
For more information about off-road fording, see
(Ypage 185).
Approach/departure angle
All vehicles (except vehicles with AMG body-
styling)
:;
Steel-sprung vehi-
cles26°26°
Vehicles with the
AIRMATIC package
Normal level23°24°
Raised level29°28°
Vehicles with the
Off-Road Engineer-
ing package
Normal level23°24°
Off-road level 126°26°
Off-road level 229°28°
Off-road level 330°29°
Mercedes-AMG
vehicles
Normal level (in sport
mode with AMG
adaptive sport sus-
pension system acti-
vated)21°24°
Raised level23°24°
Vehicles with AMG bodystyling
:;
Steel-sprung vehi-
cles23°26°
Vehicles with the
AIRMATIC package
Normal level22°24°
Raised level26°28°
Vehicles with the
Off-Road Engineer-
ing package
Normal level22°24°
Off-road level 124°26°
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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
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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)
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GLE 450 Sport AMG 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 4MATIC3858 lbs (1750 kg)
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC3858 lbs (1750 kg)
GLE 350 d 4MATIC3638 lbs (1650 kg)
GLE 550 e 4MATIC3704 lbs (1680 kg)
The actual noseweight may not be higher than the value which is given. The value can be found on
the trailer tow hitch or trailer identification plates. The lowest weight applies.
The maximum permissible trailer drawbar noseweight is the maximum weight with which the trailer
drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings.
Ball position of the ball coupling
When choosing a ball coupling, the dimensions stated in the illustration must not be exceeded.
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