MERCEDES-BENZ GLE SUV 2019 Owner's Manual

Inflating the collapsible spare wheel
(Y
page 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
X Unscrew the valve cap from the valve.
X If possible, unscrew the valve insert from the
valve and release the air.
i Fully deflating the tires can take a few
minutes.
X Screw the valve insert back into the valve.
X Screw the valve cap back on.
X Lay collapsible spare wheel 0043in the emer-
gency spare wheel well.
X Screw in retaining screw 0044clockwise in the
collapsible spare wheel to the stop.
X Swing the cargo compartment floor down
(Y page 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
(Y
page 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
X Unhook retaining spring hooks 0043of fasten-
ing strap 0044from the cargo tie-down rings.
X Remove the emergency spare wheel bag with
the emergency collapsible spare wheel.
X Open the bag and remove the emergency col-
lapsible spare wheel.
Inflating the collapsible spare wheel
(Y page 379).
Stowing the emergency spare wheel
X Place the collapsible spare wheel into the
emergency spare wheel bag and close the
emergency spare wheel bag.
X Place the emergency spare wheel bag with
the collapsible spare wheel into the cargo
compartment with the carrying strap at the
back.
X Hook retaining spring hooks 0043of fastening
strap 0044into the cargo tie-down rings.
X Tighten fastening strap 0044. 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.
X Mount the collapsible spare wheel as descri-
bed (Y page 372).
The collapsible spare wheel must be mounted before it is inflated.
X Remove the tire inflation compressor from
the stowage space under the cargo compart-
ment floor (Y page 335). Emergency spare wheel
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X
Pull connector 0085and hose 0084out of the
housing.
X Remove the cap from the valve on the col-
lapsible spare wheel.
X Screw union nut 0044of hose 0084onto the valve.
X Make sure on/off switch 0083of the tire infla-
tion compressor is set to 0.
X Insert connector 0085into a socket in your vehi-
cle.
Cigarette lighter socket: (Y page 307)
12 V sockets: (Y page 308)
Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter
(Y page 307). Observe the notes on sockets
(Y page 308).
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0047in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 135).
X Press on and off switch 0083on 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 0087.
X Inflate the tire to the specified tire pressure.
The specified tire pressure is printed on the
yellow label of the emergency spare wheel.
X When the specified tire pressure has been
reached, press on and off switch 0083on the
tire inflation compressor to 0.
The tire inflation compressor is switched off.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0092in the igni-
tion lock.
X If the tire pressure is higher than the specified
pressure, press pressure release valve but-
ton 0043until the correct tire pressure has been
reached.
X Unscrew union nut 0044on hose 0084from the
valve.
X Screw the cap onto the valve of the collapsi-
ble spare wheel again. X
Stow connector 0085and hose 0084in the lower
section of the tire inflation compressor.
X Stow the tire inflation compressor in the vehi-
cle. 380
Emergency spare wheelWheels and tires

Information regarding technical data
Plug-in hybrid: be sure to read the separate
Operator's Manual. Otherwise, you may not rec- ognize dangers.
i The data stated here specifically refers to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Vehicle electronics
Installing two-way radios and mobile
phones (RF transmitters)
G
WARNING
The electromagnetic radiation from two-way
radios can interfere with the vehicle electron-
ics if two-way radios are manipulated or ret-
rofitted incorrectly. This could jeopardize the
operating safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
You should have all work on electrical and
electronic components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you incorrectly operate two-way radios in
the vehicle, the electromagnetic radiation
may interfere with the vehicle electronics, for example if:
R the two-way radio is not connected to an
exterior antenna
R the exterior antenna is not correctly moun-
ted or is not low-reflection
This could jeopardize the operating safety of
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Have the low-reflection exterior antenna
installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Always connect two-way radios to the low-
reflection exterior antenna when operating in the vehicle.
! The operating permit may be invalidated if
the instructions for installation and use of
two-way radios are not observed. In particular, the following conditions must be
complied with:
R only approved wavebands may be used
R observe the maximum permissible output
in these wavebands
R only approved antenna positions may be
used
Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation
may cause damage to your health and the health of others. Using an exterior antenna takes into
account current scientific discussions relating
to the possible health hazards that may result
from electromagnetic fields.
The following antenna positions may be used for
the correct installation of two-way radios: Approved antenna positions
0043
Rear roof area
0044 Rear fender
i On the rear fenders, it is recommended to
position the antenna on the side of the vehicle
closest to the center of the road.
Use Technical Specification ISO/TS 21609
(Road Vehicles – "EMC guidelines for installa-
tion of aftermarket radio frequency transmitting
equipment") when installing wireless devices.
Observe the legal requirements for accessory
parts.
If your vehicle has installations for two-way radio
equipment, use the power supply or antenna
connections intended for use with the basic wir-
ing. Be sure to observe the manufacturer's Sup- plement when installing.
Deviations with respect to frequency bands,
maximum transmission outputs or antenna
positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicle electronics
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The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the
base of the antenna must not exceed the fol-
lowing values: Frequency band Maximum
transmission output Short wave
3 - 54 MHz 100 W
4 m waveband
74 - 88 MHz 30 W
2 m waveband
144 - 174 MHz 50 W
Trunked radio system/
Tetra
380 - 460 MHz 10 W
70 cm waveband
400 - 460 MHz 35 W
Mobile communications
(2G/3G/4G) 10 W
The following can be used in the vehicle without
restrictions:
R Two-way radios with a maximum transmission
output of up to 100 mW
R Two-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)
R Mobile phones (2G/3G/4G)
There are no restrictions when positioning the
antenna on the outside of the vehicle for the
following wavebands:
R Trunked radio system/Tetra
R 70 cm waveband
R 2G/3G/4G Identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN)
X
Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 0043. Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
0044 Paint code
0087 VIN Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
0044 Paint code
0087 VIN
i The data shown on the vehicle identification
plate is used only as an example. This data is
different for every vehicle and can deviate 382
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from the data shown here. You can find the
data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle
identification plate. Vehicle identification number (VIN)
X
Open the front right-hand door.
X Open cover 0043in the direction of the arrow
and remove it.
The VIN can be seen. The VIN can also be found in the following loca-
tions:
R on the lower edge of windshield 0044
R on the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 382) Engine number
0043
Emission control information plate, includ-
ing the certification of both federal and Cali-
fornian emissions standards
0044 Engine number (stamped into the crank-
case)
0087 VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) Service products and filling capaci-
ties
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
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. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following: R Fuels
R Exhaust gas aftertreatment additives, e.g.
DEF
R Lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R Coolant
R Brake fluid
R Windshield washer fluid
R Climate control system refrigerant Service products and filling capacities
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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:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB-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:
R 0 W-30
R 5 W-30
R 5 W-40 Fuel
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. Risk of fire and
explosion by improper handling of fuel.
You must avoid fire, open flames, smoking
and creating sparks. Switch off the ignition
before refueling and, if present, switch off the auxiliary heating. G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance with-
out delay. R
If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do not induce vomit-
ing.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
Tank capacity Model Total capa-
city GLE 550 e 4MATIC
21.1 US gal
(80.0 l) All ot
her models 24.6 US gal
(93.0 l) Model Of which
reserve Mercedes-AMG GLE 43
4MATIC
Approx.
3.2 US gal (12.0 l) Mercedes‑AMG vehicles
Approx.
3.7 US gal (14.0 l) All ot
her models Approx.
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.
i E10 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- 384
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age to the fuel system, engine and exhaust
system.
! Do not use the following:
R Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol
R E100 (100% ethanol)
R Gasoline with methanol
R M100 (100% methanol)
R Gasoline with metalliferous additives
R Diesel
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.
If standard unleaded gasoline is unavailable
and you have to refuel with unleaded gasoline of a lower grade, observe the following pre-
cautions:
R Only 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.
R Do not drive at the maximum speed.
R Avoid sudden acceleration and engine
speeds over 3,000 rpm.
i For 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 (Y page 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 maynot 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
G
WARNING
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:
R gasoline
R diesel with a bio-diesel content greater
than 5% (e.g. B20)
R bio-diesel
R vegetable oil
R paraffin
R kerosene
R marine diesel
R heating 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.
Low outside temperatures
i Diesel fuel with improved cold flow proper-
ties is available during the winter months.
Further information about fuel properties can Service products and filling capacities
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be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas
stations.
Flexible Fuel vehicles Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. Risk of fire and
explosion by improper handling of fuel.
You must avoid fire, open flames, smoking
and creating sparks. Switch off the ignition
before refueling and, if present, switch off the auxiliary heating. G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance with-
out delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do not induce vomit-
ing.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
Flexible Fuel vehicles can be refueled with the
following fuel types:
R premium-grade unleaded gasoline
R E85 fuel
R a mixture of E85 fuel and premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
i Flexible Fuel vehicles can be recognized by
the Ethanol up to E85 sticker on the inside of
the fuel filler flap. Fuel consumption
The energy content of E85 fuel is less than that of the same amount of premium-grade gasoline.The amount of fuel consumed when operating
the vehicle with E85 fuel is therefore higher than
with premium-grade gasoline.
MaintenanceInform your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
that you are operating or have operated the
vehicle with E85 fuel.
Low outside temperatures If the outside temperature is below 32 ‡(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 (Y page 383).
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 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 delivered from the
factory equipped with a DEF preheating system. Winter operation can thus be guaranteed even
at temperatures below 12 ‡ (-11 †). 386
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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 aftertreatment sys-
tem.
Purity !
Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other service
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 impor- tant with respect to avoiding malfunctions in theBlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment 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 guaran-
teed.
Filling capacities Model Total capacity
All models
8.5 US gal
(32.0 l) Engine oil
General notes !
Do not use engine oil or an oil filter with
specifications deviating from those expressly
required for the prescribed service intervals. Do not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to set replacement intervals longer than
those prescribed. This could otherwise causedamage to the engine or exhaust gas after-
treatment.
Follow the instructions on the service interval
display for changing the engine oil. This could otherwise cause damage to the engine or
exhaust gas aftertreatment.
When handling engine oil, observe the important safety notes on service products (Y page 383).
The engine oils are matched to the performance
of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals.
You should therefore only use engine oils and oil
filters that are approved for vehicles with main- tenance systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Alternatively, visit the website
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. Gasoline engines MB-Freigabe or
MB-Approval All models
229.5, 229.6
Mercedes
‑AMG vehicles 229.5
Diesel engines MB-Freigabe or
MB-Approval All models
229.52
Mercedes-AMG vehicles:
only use SAE 0W-40
or SAE 5W-40 engine oils.
i MB approval is indicated on the oil contain-
ers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an engine oil
change, including the oil filter.
Model Capacity
GLE 300 d 4MATIC
6.9 US qt
(6.5l) 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
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Model Capacity
GLE 550 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLE 63 S 4MATIC
9.0 US qt (8.5
l) All 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).
Use only brake fluid approved for Mercedes-
Benz according to MB-Freigabeor 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
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