2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE550e Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE550e deals with a plug-in hybrid SUV built around a 3.0L V6. That gasoline engine uses twin overhead cams and turbocharging, and it works alongside the plug-in hybrid system the engine data describes. Its data lists a single 4-door sport utility body and a single trim, 4Matic. Procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams and diagnostics in the manual address the V6, the hybrid components and the vehicle's other systems.

Engines covered

• 3.0L V6 plug-in hybrid — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door sport utility

Trims covered

• 4Matic

Known issues on the 2017 GLE550e. Five recalls were filed by NHTSA against the 2017 GLE550e. On certain vehicles, water pooling under the spare tire could ruin the fuel pump control module and stall the engine while driving; dealers fit a drain plug and replace the unit if needed. Certain others had a B-pillar tire pressure label printed with the wrong seating capacity and tire sizes. In certain vehicles the driver-side rear door could appear locked while still unlocked. Owners filed two complaints on the 2017 GLE550e, citing the power train, speed control and fuel or propulsion system; one reported a crash. Fuel system, door lock and body procedures and diagnostics are covered in the manual.