Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 GLE300d.
The 2017 Mercedes GLE300d represents the 300d-powered variant of the GLE-class platform, utilizing its specific engine designation as the standout mechanical specification. This 300d powertrain defines the vehicle's identity within the broader Mercedes lineup, differentiating it from other model configurations. When placed within the model's reliability history, the 2017 GLE300d occupies a singular position, meaning researchers must evaluate this specific year's dependability based strictly on its own engineering parameters rather than assuming uniformity across the model's lifespan.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 850 CCA battery. 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.
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. 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.
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 6.6 |
| Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 20.0 ft-lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 400 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 200 cca |
| 1 | 44.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 20.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: with new bolts: 90 degrees, with used bolts: 180 | 44 in |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil. The length of new M12 cylinder head bolts are 205mm. if the length of the M12 bolts are greater than the maximum permissible dimension of 207mm, replace with new cylinder head bolts.
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 7 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 13 | 10 ft. lbs |
| 3 | Bolt 12 | 9 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Bolts 1-10 37.0 ft. lbs. | 37 ft. lbs |
| 5 | Bolts 13 | 10 ft. lbs |
| 6 | Bolts 12 | 9 ft. lbs |
| 7 | Bolts 1-10 | 90 degrees |
| 8 | Bolts 1-10 | 90 degrees |
| 9 | Bolts 1-10 | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 33 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 71.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 90 | 71 in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GLE 300d 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, and GLE 400 4MATIC vehicles manufactured October 14, 2015, to November 23, 2015. The low beam headlights… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may…
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