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2016 Mercedes GL450

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 GL450.

Model year20162015

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCA battery, OE oil filter 0209975445. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP275/55R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0209975445 alt 2761800009
Engine air filter276094050490
Fuel filter1664700490
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades166820104528
Thermostat276201068064 alt 2762000600
Cabin air filter1668300218

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length201.6 in
Overall width76 in
Overall height72.4 in
Wheelbase121.3 in
Curb weight5390 lb
Track (front / rear)66.1 / 66.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 75W-85 · 75W-83 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-3-6-2-5. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · 75W-83
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.0-4.0
Engine Coolant Capacity10.3 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsUpper: 6.6 ft-lbs; Lower: 6.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11.8 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes - Benz
Spark Plug Gap.031 in
Spark Plug Torque17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.31-2.37 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06-5.41 oz

Service checks

Engine CompressionDiesel psi 333-435 / max variation 43 psi

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 Vehicle
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.315; Rear: .764
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.339; Rear: .787

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1184.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 147.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30184 ft. lbs
Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1258.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 184.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30258 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil. · Bolts 1-10

114.8 ft. lbs.14.8 ft. lbs
229.5 ft. lbs.29.5 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees
590 degrees90 degrees
6Bolt 11 10.3 ft. lbs.10.3 ft. lbs

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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