2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Maintenance

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Maintenance Schedule

What is the manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule for a 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450? Find maintenance info for your vehicle.

5,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 5000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ROTATE Tires

10,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 10000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

20,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 20000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

30,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 30000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

40,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 40000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Air Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Fluid
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

50,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 50000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

60,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 60000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Spark Plugs
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

70,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 70000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

80,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 80000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN Water Drain
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Air Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Fluid
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

90,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 90000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

100,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 100000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

110,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 110000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

120,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 120000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Air Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Filter
  • REPLACE Automatic Transmission Fluid
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Spark Plugs
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

130,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 130000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

140,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 140000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Body Corrosion & Paint Condition
  • CHECK Chassis Components
  • CHECK Seat Belts
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CLEAN & INSPECT Tilting/Sliding Roof
  • CORRECT Headlights
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Ball Joints & Rubber Boots
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Leakage
  • INSPECT Panorama Sliding Roof
  • INSPECT Parking Brake
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Propeller Shaft
  • INSPECT Rear Axle Ball Joints
  • INSPECT Steering Mechanical Components
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Brake Fluid
  • REPLACE Cabin Air Filter
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

150,000 Miles

Maintenance check at 150000 miles for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Base

  • ACTIVATE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors
  • CHECK Tire Sealant
  • CORRECT Tire Pressure
  • INSPECT Battery
  • INSPECT Brake Fluid
  • INSPECT Brake Pads
  • INSPECT Brake System
  • INSPECT Catch, Safety Catch And Hinges On Engine Hood
  • INSPECT Coolant Level
  • INSPECT Headlamp Cleaning System
  • INSPECT Horn, Headlamp Flashers, Hazard Flashers, Turn Signals
  • INSPECT Power Steering Fluid
  • INSPECT Tires
  • INSPECT Trunk Lighting
  • INSPECT Warning & Indicator Lamps
  • INSPECT Water Drain
  • INSPECT Window Washer Fluid Level
  • REPLACE Coolant
  • REPLACE Engine Oil & Filter
  • REPLACE Fuel Filter
  • REPLACE Wiper Blades
  • RESET Maintenance Minder Light
  • ROTATE Tires

Scheduled Maintenance for Your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450

How often should I service my 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450?

Here’s Why 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 Scheduled Maintenance Matters

Take care of your Mercedes-Benz GL450 and it'll take care of you. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, your GL450 has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. So, you want to care for your car, but you’re not sure when to get certain services. Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your GL450, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Mercedes-Benz themselves. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your GL450 perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 problems later.

Learn About Vital Maintenance Needs for Your Mercedes-Benz GL450

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 for factory-recommended routine maintenance and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your GL450's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your GL450 may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Mercedes-Benz GL450 battery, and so can frequent short drives. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Mercedes-Benz GL450 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 engine. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 2011 GL450. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Mercedes-Benz GL450 can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, perform Mercedes-Benz GL450 suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Mercedes-Benz GL450's steering and suspension system.

If you skip recommended Mercedes-Benz GL450 services, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Mercedes-Benz GL450 engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Mercedes-Benz GL450? We can take care of that. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450 maintenance and repairs.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.

Want to know the secrets to maintaining your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450? Read on for answers to common maintenance questions!

Take an active role in maintaining your 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450. Get answers to common Mercedes-Benz GL450 maintenance questions and learn more about caring for your vehicle.

  • What do I do if I hit a pothole in my Mercedes-Benz GL450? Watch out for pothole damage. If your 2011 GL450 is pulling to one side or the other, your tires or suspension system could be calling out for help.
  • When should I switch my Mercedes-Benz GL450 to high mileage oil? Got 75,000+ miles on the odometer? Consider high mileage motor oil. High mileage oil is formulated to address the specific problems encountered by high mileage vehicles, or those with more than 75,000 miles. It can help reduce oil consumption, smoke, and emissions from older Mercedes-Benz GL450 engines.
  • Can Mercedes-Benz dashboard warning lights wait? Don't ignore dashboard warning lights! Bring your Mercedes-Benz GL450 in for a diagnostic code scan as soon as a dashboard warning light flashes on, whether it's your check engine or battery light. Dashboard lights alert you to trouble under the hood.