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2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS550 X166
4.6L V8 BiTurbo M278•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•M278•turbo
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 X166 4.6L V8 BiTurbo M278 · AWD
Fluid Type
0W-40 full synthetic
Spec: MB 229.5
Capacity
9.5qt
8.99 L
Drain & Refill
9.5 qt
8.99 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

M278 biturbo V8. Oil change capacity includes filter. Can also use 5W-40 MB 229.5.

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