Engine Oil
5W-30
Full Synthetic
Capacity
5.5 qt
with filter
5 qt without filter
Oil Filter
A2701800109
Mercedes (OEM)
OEM spec: MB 229.51
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 5.5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 13mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Mercedes A2701800109, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC
Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Mercedes A2701800109) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Mercedes-Benz — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 5.5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 5 qt
OEM spec MB 229.51
Filter Options
Mercedes A2701800109 OEM
Buy Cartridge oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 13 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 25 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
X253 (2.0L M274 turbo I4)
Type MB 236.15
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 40,000 mi
DOT type DOT 4
Change interval 30,000 mi
Type MB 325.6
Color Blue
Capacity 7 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.032
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Air Filter
Mercedes 274-094-05-04 OEM
Buy Brake Pads
Mercedes 007-420-94-20 OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 16A passenger, 16"
Buy Rain-X 16-1 passenger, 16"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterlug nut
Lug bolts, not nuts
96 ft-lb · 130.2 Nm
spark plug
12mm thread, aluminum head
13 ft-lb · 17.6 Nm
All categories EXTERIOR LIGHTING TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STEERING STRUCTURE SEATS ENGINE STRUCTURE:BODY POWER TRAIN
LI82.10-P-078301 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2024-09-10
Complaint Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Headlamps comply with all applicable standards. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the lamp unit is a "closed system". Remedy Headlamp: Remedy 1 Clearing fogged/condensed LED headlamps and LED rear lamps: 1. Drive vehicle into workshop (temperature higher than +18 °C/+64.4 °F) and connect the exhaust extraction. Note: Do not perform an engine wash before the defogging test. 2. Switch off the engine and connect battery support via a charger. 3. Open the hood or trunk. 4. Switch on the lights. 5. Leave the vehicle in this state for 60 minutes. 6. Check for formation of condensation, a significant reduction in the formation of condensation must be clearly recognizable (thawing progress). Clearing fogged/condensed halogen/xenon headlamps: 1. Drive the vehicle into the workshop (temperature higher than +18 °C/+64.4°F). Note: Do not perform an engine wash before the defogging test. 2. Switch off the engine. 3. Open the hood. 4. Switch off the lights. 5. Leave the vehicle in this state for 60 minutes. 6. Check for formation of condensation, a significant reduction in the formation of condensation must be clearly recognizable (thawing progress). Note: If there is no visible reduction in the formation of condensation, check the headlamp for a defect. (See Remedy 2) It is not physically possible to defog the headlamps completely. Fogging does not impair the operation or the service life of the headlamp. Remedy 2 A Damaged headlamp can be identified as follows: 1. Check the headlamp for external damage and that the cover caps and the diaphragm are correctly seated. 2. Check the electrical connectors of the plugs and pins. 3. Check for leak tightness in accordance with LI82.10-P-078307. The test can only be conducted on headlamps. 4. If the headlamp or the rear lamp has any external damage, replace the component part in accordance with the WIS instructions. Note: External damage to the headlamp/rear lamp or faulty seating of the cover caps does not present a warranty or goodwill case. With headlamps, it is possible to install desiccant packs if the problem occurs repeatedly. Open ventilation system: LI82.10-P-064766. Closed ventilation system LI82.10-P-078304
P-SC-2020020001 TIRES 2020-02-07
Information Label on Tire Sealant
LI54.65-P-071267 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2020-05-21
Fault code B223209 is logged in the parking control unit
Show all 43 TSBs(+40) Private Party
$11,495–$12,705
Dealer Retail
$13,310–$15,125
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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