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.
2016 Mercedes Benz GLE300dFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.35 LBS. | 1.06 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MB Brake Fluid | Only use products recommended by Mercedes Benz. | S | ||
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | 8.50 GALS. | 32.17 L | Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other service products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to: Increased emission values, damage to the catalytic converter, engine damage, malfunctions in the BlueTEC 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 guaranteed. | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 12.20 QTS. | 11.54 L | MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | 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.