MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2018 Owner's Manual

Inflating the collapsible spare wheel
(Ypage 379).
Take the following steps to stow a used collaps- ible spare wheel. Otherwise, it will not fit into the
spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends
that you have this work performed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Stowing the emergency spare wheel
XUnscrew the valve cap from the valve.
XIf possible, unscrew the valve insert from the
valve and release the air.
iFully deflating the tires can take a few
minutes.
XScrew the valve insert back into the valve.
XScrew the valve cap back on.
XLay collapsible spare wheel :in the emer-
gency spare wheel well.
XScrew in retaining screw ;clockwise in the
collapsible spare wheel to the stop.
XSwing the cargo compartment floor down
(Ypage 303).
Mercedes-AMG vehicles with a collaps-
ible spare wheel in the emergency
spare wheel bag
Always observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section
(
Ypage 372).
On Mercedes-AMG vehicles with a Bang & Oluf-
sen sound system, the collapsible spare wheel is
packed in an emergency spare wheel bag. The
emergency spare wheel bag is secured to the
cargo tie-down rings in the cargo compartment.
Removing the emergency spare wheel
XUnhook retaining spring hooks :of fasten-
ing strap ;from the cargo tie-down rings.
XRemove the emergency spare wheel bag with
the emergency collapsible spare wheel.
XOpen the bag and remove the emergency col-
lapsible spare wheel.
Inflating the collapsible spare wheel
(
Ypage 379).
Stowing the emergency spare wheel
XPlace the collapsible spare wheel into the
emergency spare wheel bag and close the
emergency spare wheel bag.
XPlace the emergency spare wheel bag with
the collapsible spare wheel into the cargo
compartment with the carrying strap at the
back.
XHook retaining spring hooks :of fastening
strap ;into the cargo tie-down rings.
XTighten fastening strap ;.
Inflating the collapsible spare wheel
(Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 4MATIC)
!
Inflate the collapsible spare wheel using the
tire inflation compressor before lowering the
vehicle. The wheel rim could otherwise be
damaged.
!Do not operate the tire inflation compressor
for longer than eight minutes at a time without
a break. It may otherwise overheat.
The tire inflation compressor can be operated
again once it has cooled down.
Comply with the manufacturer's safety instruc-
tions on the tire inflation compressor label and
on the tire sealant bottle.
XMount the collapsible spare wheel as descri-
bed (Ypage 372).
The collapsible spare wheel must be mounted before it is inflated.
XRemove the tire inflation compressor from
the stowage space under the cargo compart-
ment floor (
Ypage 335).
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Wheels and tires
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XPull connector?and hose Bout of the
housing.
XRemove the cap from the valve on the col-
lapsible spare wheel.
XScrew union nut ;of hose Bonto the valve.
XMake sure on/off switch Aof the tire infla-
tion compressor is set to 0.
XInsert connector?into a socket in your vehi-
cle.
Cigarette lighter socket: (
Ypage 307)
12 V sockets: (
Ypage 308)
Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter
(
Ypage 307). Observe the notes on sockets
(Ypage 308).
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1in the igni-
tion lock (Ypage 135).
XPress on and off switch Aon the tire inflation
compressor to I.
The tire inflation compressor is switched on.
The tire is inflated. The tire pressure is shown
on pressure gauge =.
XInflate the tire to the specified tire pressure.
The specified tire pressure is printed on the
yellow label of the emergency spare wheel.
XWhen the specified tire pressure has been
reached, press on and off switch Aon the
tire inflation compressor to 0.
The tire inflation compressor is switched off.
XTurn the SmartKey to position uin the igni-
tion lock.
XIf the tire pressure is higher than the specified
pressure, press pressure release valve but-
ton :until the correct tire pressure has been
reached.
XUnscrew union nut ;on hose Bfrom the
valve.
XScrew the cap onto the valve of the collapsi-
ble spare wheel again.
XStow connector ?and hose Bin the lower
section of the tire inflation compressor.
XStow the tire inflation compressor in the vehi-
cle.
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Wheels and tires

Information regarding technical data
Plug-inhybrid: be sureto read th eseparat e
Operator's Manual. Otherwise, you may no trec -
ognize dangers.
iThe dat astate dher especifically refers to a
vehicl ewit hstandard equipment. Consult an
authorize dMercedes-Ben zCente rfor th e
dat afor all vehicl evariants and trim levels.
Vehicle electronics
Installing two-way radios and mobile
phones (RF transmitters)
GWARNIN G
The electromagneti cradiation from two-way
radios can interfere wit hth evehicl eelectron -
ics if two-way radios are manipulated or ret -
rofitte dincorrectly. This could jeopardiz eth e
operating safet yof th evehicle. Ther eis aris k
of an accident.
You should hav eall wor kon electrical and
electronic component scarried out at aquali-
fie dspecialist workshop.
GWARNIN G
If you incorrectl yoperate two-way radios in
th evehicle, th eelectromagneti cradiation
may interfere wit hth evehicl eelectronics ,for
exampl eif:
Rth etwo-way radi ois no tconnecte dto an
exterio rantenna
Rth eexterio rantenna is no tcorrectl ymoun -
te dor is no tlow-reflection
This could jeopardiz eth eoperating safet yof
th evehicle. Ther eis aris kof an accident.
Hav eth elow-reflection exterio rantenna
installed at aqualified specialist workshop.
Always connec ttwo-way radios to th elow-
reflection exterio rantenna when operating in
th evehicle.
!The operating permit may be invalidated if
th einstruction sfor installation and use of
two-way radios are no tobserved. In particular, th
efollowin gcondition smust be
complied with:
Ronly approve dwavebands may be used
Robserv eth emaximum permissible output
in these wavebands
Ronly approve dantenna position smay be
used
Excessiv elevels of electromagneti cradiation
may caus edamag eto your healt hand th ehealt h
of others. Using an exterio rantenna takes int o
accoun tcurren tscientific discussion srelating
to th epossible healt hhazards that may result
from electromagneti cfields.
The fo
llowin gantenna position smay be used for
th ecorrec tinstallation of two-way radios:
Approved antenna position s
:
Rear roo farea
;Rear fender
iOn th erear fenders, it is recommended to
position th eantenna on th eside of th evehicl e
closes tto th ecenter of th eroad .
Use Technical Specification ISO/TS 2160 9
(Road Vehicles –"EM Cguidelines for installa-
tion of aftermarket radi ofrequency transmitting
equipment") when installin gwireless devices.
Observ eth elegal requirements for accessory
parts.
If your vehicl ehas installation sfor two-way radi o
equipment, use th epower suppl yor antenna
connection sintended for use wit hth ebasic wir-
ing .Be sur eto observ eth emanufacturer' sSup -
plemen twhen installing.
Deviation swit hrespec tto frequency bands,
maximum transmission output sor antenna
position smust be approve dby Mercedes-Benz.
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Technical data
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The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the
base of the antenna must not exceed the fol-
lowing values:
Frequency bandMaximum
transmission output
Short wave
3 - 54 MHz100 W
4 m waveband
74 - 88 MHz30 W
2 m waveband
144 - 174 MHz50 W
Trunked radio system/
Tetra
380 - 460 MHz10 W
70 cm waveband
400 - 460 MHz35 W
Mobile communications
(2G/3G/4G)10 W
The following can be used in the vehicle without
restrictions:
RTwo-way radios with a maximum transmission
output of up to 100 mW
RTwo-way radios with transmitter frequencies
in the 380 - 410 MHz waveband and a maxi-
mum transmission output of up to 2 W
(trunked radio/Tetra)
RMobile phones (2G/3G/4G)
There are no restrictions when positioning the
antenna on the outside of the vehicle for the
following wavebands:
RTrunked radio system/Tetra
R70 cm waveband
R2G/3G/4G
Identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN)
XOpen the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
;
Paint code
=VIN
Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
;
Paint code
=VIN
iThe data shown on the vehicle identification
plate is used only as an example. This data is
different for every vehicle and can deviate
382Identification plates
Technical data

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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Fuel
Important safety notes
GWARNIN G
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is aris kof fir eand explo-
sion .
You must avoi dfire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switc hoff th eengin e
and ,if applicable, th eauxiliary heating before
refueling.
GWARNIN G
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
Ther eis aris kof injury.
You must mak esure that fuel does no tcome
int ocontact wit hyour skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is no tswallowed. Do no tinhale fuel
vapors. Kee pfuel away from children .
If you or other scome int ocontact wit hfuel ,
observ eth efollowing:
RWash away fuel from skin immediately
usin gsoap and water.
RIf fuel comes int ocontact wit hyour eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly wit h
clean water. Seek medical assistanc ewith-
out delay.
RIf fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do no tinduce vomit -
ing .
RImmediately chang eout of clothing whic h
has come int ocontact wit hfuel .
Tank capacity
ModelTotal capa-
city
GLE 550 e4MATIC21.1 US gal
(80.0 l)
Allot her models24.6 US gal
(93.0 l)
ModelOf which
reserve
Mercedes-AMG GLE 43
4MATICApprox.
3.2 US gal (12.0 l)
Mercedes‑AMG vehiclesApprox.
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Allot her modelsApprox.
3.2 US gal (12.0 l)
Gasoline
Fuel grade
!Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Do not switch on the ignition
if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel system.
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could
result in damage to the fuel system and the
engine. Notify a qualified specialist workshop
and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
!Only refuel using unleaded premium grade
gasoline with at least 91 AKI/95 RON.
iE10 fuel contains up to 10% bioethanol.
Your vehicle is E10-compatible. You can
refuel your vehicle using E10 fuel.
!Only use the fuel recommended. Operating
the vehicle with other fuels can lead to dam-
age to the fuel system, engine and exhaust
system.
!Do not use the following:
RGasoline with more than 10% ethanol
RE100 (100% ethanol)
RGasoline with methanol
RM100 (100% methanol)
RGasoline with metalliferous additives
RDiesel
Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recom-
mended for your vehicle.
!To ensure the longevity and full perform-
ance of the engine, only premium-grade
unleaded gasoline must be used.
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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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Technical data
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Flexible Fuel vehicles
Important safety notes
GWARNIN G
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is aris kof fir eand explo-
sion .
You must avoi dfire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switc hoff th eengin e
and ,if applicable, th eauxiliary heating before
refueling.
GWARNIN G
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
Ther eis aris kof injury.
You must mak esure that fuel does no tcome
int ocontact wit hyour skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is no tswallowed. Do no tinhale fuel
vapors. Kee pfuel away from children .
If you or other scome int ocontact wit hfuel ,
observ eth efollowing:
RWash away fuel from skin immediately
usin gsoap and water.
RIf fuel comes int ocontact wit hyour eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly wit h
clean water. Seek medical assistanc ewith-
out delay.
RIf fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do no tinduce vomit -
ing .
RImmediately chang eout of clothing whic h
has come int ocontact wit hfuel .
Flexible Fuel vehicles can be refueled wit hth e
followin gfuel types:
Rpremium-grade unleaded gasolin e
RE85fuel
Ramixtur eof E8 5fuel and premium-grade
unleaded gasolin e
iFlexible Fuel vehicles can be recognize dby
th eEthanol up to E85 sticker on theinside of
th efuel filler flap .
Fuel consump tion
The energyconten tof E8 5fuel is less than that
of th esam eamoun tof premium-grade gasoline.
The amoun tof fuel consumed when operating
th evehicl ewit hE8 5fuel is therefor ehigher than
wit hpremium-grade gasoline.
Maintenance
Infor myour authorize dMercedes-Ben zCente r
that you are operating or have operate dth e
vehicl ewit hE8 5fuel .
Low outside temperatures
If th eoutside temperature is belo w32 ‡(0 †),
the starting procedure can take noticeably lon-
ger when operating with E85 fuel.
E85 fuel is not suitable for use at outside tem-
peratures under -4 ‡ (-20 †).
DEF
Important safety notes
Comply with the important safety notes for ser-
vice products when handling DEF (Ypage 383).
DEF is a water-soluble fluid for the exhaust gas
aftertreatment of diesel engines. It is:
Rnot poisonous
Rcolorless and odorless
Rnot 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 experi-
ence 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 approximately
12 ‡(-11 †). The vehicle is delivere dfrom th e
factory equippe dwit h a DEFpreheatin gsystem.
Winte roperation can thus be guaranteed even
at temperature sbelow 12 ‡(-11 †).
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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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