Quick answer: Engine Oil & Filter Change on a 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 3 tools for this job, and parts cost about $57. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
Oil spec
3.0L inline-6 turbo
Capacity 9.0 qt with filter Viscosity 0W-20 (alt: 5W-30) Spec MB 229.71
| Part Name |
Part Number |
Price |
Buy |
| Engine Oil (0W-20) |
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$45.00 |
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| Correct engine oil filter and drain-plug washer for 2020-2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 |
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$12.00 |
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps carefully
1
Confirm the GLE's oil spec and gather supplies
The 2020–2024 GLE 350 (M264 4-cylinder turbo) takes 7.4 quarts (7.0L) of full synthetic oil meeting Mercedes spec MB 229.5 or 229.52 — confirm the exact viscosity for your year in the owner's manual before buying. You'll need a cartridge filter element, a new drain-plug washer, and a drain pan. Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and chock the wheels; raise the front only if you need underside access.
2
Access the filter housing and drain plug
For the drain side, warm the engine briefly, shut it off, get underneath, and remove the undertray (8mm bolts) to expose the oil pan. The 13mm drain plug is on the bottom of the pan — slide the drain pan under it.
3
Drain the oil and replace the cartridge
Loosen the 13mm drain plug and drain fully. Seat the new element, reinstall the cap, and tighten to the owner's-manual torque — these plastic housings crack if overtightened.
4
Reinstall and check the dipstick
Reinstall the drain plug with a fresh washer (torque per your owner's manual) and refit the undertray with its 8mm bolts. Wait a few minutes — oil reaches the sump slowly through this engine's passages — then check the dipstick.
5
Check for leaks and the level
Start the engine for 30 seconds and check for leaks at the drain plug and the top filter housing. Shut it off, wait five minutes, and recheck the dipstick. GLE 450 (inline-6) owners: your engine takes 8.9 quarts, not the 350's 7.4.
🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado
I've seen the 350's 7.4 quarts blindly poured into a GLE 450 — that's nearly two quarts short. Check the badge before you pour, not after.
All Done!
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Using the wrong viscosity, capacity, or filter
- • Working under a vehicle supported only by a jack
- • Reusing a crushed drain-plug washer or leaving the old filter gasket stuck
- • Over-tightening the filter or drain plug
- • Starting the engine without first verifying oil was added
