What to Use

Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants   to determine what kind of lubricant to use. ...

When to Check and Change Lubricant

It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. ...

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How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. A. Drain Plug B. Fill Plug If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole, located on the transfer case, some lubric ...

Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some featu ...

Service messages
Information on the type of service and service intervals (see separate Service Booklet). You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (US ...