Mercedes-Benz GLS450 Service & Repair Manual 2017–2020

Service and repair manuals for 4 model years of the Mercedes-Benz GLS450, 2017 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 8 recalls, 59 owner complaints and 89 technical service bulletins are logged for the GLS450. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your GLS450 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $40.992 3.0L I6 4Matic Sport Utility 4-Door details →
2019 $40.991 3.0L V6 4Matic Sport Utility 4-Door details →
2018 $40.991 3.0L V6 4Matic Sport Utility 4-Door details →
2017 $40.994 3.0L V6 4Matic Sport Utility 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 GLS450 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 55
  • Engine Performance 1,198
  • Accessories & Equipment 5,059
  • General Information 2,126
  • Body & Frame 1,609
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 352
  • Brakes 567
  • Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 42
  • Collision 485
  • Restraints 984
  • Drivelines & Axles 475
  • Steering 276
  • Electrical 2,867
  • Suspension 680
  • Engine Mechanical 1,678
  • Transmission 446
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 167

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore GLS450 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the GLS450 manual

Which GLS450 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2017 to 2020 — 4 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz GLS450 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the GLS450, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include GLS450 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every GLS450 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover GLS450 recalls?

8 recalls are on federal record across the 2017–2020 GLS450, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.

Why do some GLS450 years cost more?

Every GLS450 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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