Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 GLC300.
This reference page centers on the 2016 Mercedes GLC300, the exact vehicle identified in the supplied data. Because the source JSON provides only the model year and nameplate, no body style, platform, engine, equipment details, or reliability history can be confirmed here. As a result, the 2016 GLC300 stands as the starting point for research rather than a model whose long-term record can already be assessed.
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 0219976045. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 0219976045 alt 0169971745 |
| Engine air filter | 2740940104 |
| Battery | 0019828008 alt 0009826925 |
| Front wiper blades | 2058204503 |
| Thermostat | 024997634564 alt 2742003400 |
| Cabin air filter | 1668300218 |
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 1-3-4-2. 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.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | 75W-85 · 75W-83 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.0-4.0 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 10 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 12 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 12.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.1 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.031 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 15.0-20.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 Vehicle |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Rear: .842 |
| 1 | 184.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 147.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30 | 184 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 258.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 180 degrees, Step 3: 184.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 30 | 258 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.
| 1 | 29.5 ft. lbs. | 29.5 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 12 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 and GLC300 4Matic, 2018 GLC350e and GLC63 AMG 4Matic and 2017-2018 GLC43 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install felt strips between the C-pillar and rear side paneling, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact…
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially… Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module…
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