Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2013 Mercedes Benz GL350FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 2.15 LBS. | 0.97 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/Rear A/C | 2.65 LBS. | 1.2 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MB Brake Fluid | Only use products recommended by Mercedes Benz. | S | ||
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | 8.20 GALS. | 31.04 L | 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. | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 12.20 QTS. | 11.54 L | MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 | As of model year 2007 diesel engines must only use 229.51 approved engine oil. Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 26.40 GALS. | 99.93 L | Includes: a reserve of 3.2 gal. | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB Summer Fit" and water for temperatures above freezing or MB "MB Winter Fit" and water for temperatures below freezing. | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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