Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity, this means that it is thick; a low viscosity means that it is thin.
Select an engine oil with an SAE (viscosity) classification suitable for the prevailing outside temperatures. The following table shows the correct SAE classification to be used. The low-temperature characteristics of engine oils can deteriorate significantly, e.g.
as a result of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is therefore strongly recommended that you carry out regular oil changes using an approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE classification.
Please bear the following in mind
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. You should therefore only
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with mainten ...
Refrigerant of the air-conditioningsystem
The air-conditioning system is filled with
R134a refrigerant and a special PAG
lubricant.
Never use refrigerant R 12 (CFC) or
mineral lubricants. Otherwise, you could
damage the air-condition ...
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Topping up the washer fluid
The washer reservoir supplies the windshield, rear glass and headlamp washer
jets. Check and top-up the reservoir level at least every week. Always top-up with
windshield washer fluid to prevent f ...
Roadside assistance program
In the event of a roadside emergency,
Roadside Assistance Service is available to
you. Please refer to your Warranty Information
Booklet (U.S.) or Warranty & Roadside
Assistance Informatio ...
Transmission positions
Park position
Do not shift the transmission into
position P() unless the
vehicle is stationary. The parking
lock should not be used as a brake
when parking. In addition to
engaging the parking ...
