Mercedes-Benz 2010 GLK350 - Manuals

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Rhode Island, and Vermont EmissionControl System Warranty R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (LemonLaws) Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price or ...

your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash,an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated software couldcause them to cease functioning. Because thevehicle’...

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.98 Vanderhoof AvenueToronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only:The following text is published as required ofmanufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the“National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Actof 1966”...

Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 27Instrument cluster .............................. 28Multifunction steering wheel ............. 29Center console .................................... 31Overhead control panel .............

Exterior view i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not beequipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page : Tailgate 71 Power tailgate 72 Lockin...

Cockpit Function Page : Cruise control lever 168 ; Instrument cluster 28, 108 = Multifunction steeringwheel 29, 110 ? Horn A Front Parktronic warningindicators 173 B Overhead control panel 32 C Glove box 192 D Glove box lock 192 E Center console 31 F Starter switch 76 G Steering wheel releasehandle ...

Instrument cluster Function Page : Combination gauge with:Fuel gauge 8 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 294 Coolant temperature gauge ? Coolant temperature warning lamp 295 Indicator/warning lamps: K High-beam headlamp indicator lamp 90 L Low-beam headlamp indicator lamp 88 ; Engine malfunction indica...

Function Page D Outside temperature/additional speedometer 110, 121 E Outside temperature 110, 121 F Program mode indicator 106 G Transmission positionindicator/ gear rangeindicator 104, 106 H Digital clockSetting the time 121 I Instrument clusterillumination 109 Multifunction steering wheel Functio...

Function Page ? Press button % briefly: to go to the next highermenu level 111 to confirm display message 111 to cancel the Voice ControlSystem 2 Press and hold button % to select the standard display. 112 A Press button = or ; : 111 to call up line for menusto scroll to the left or rightto select m...

Center console Lower part Function Page : Ashtray 196 Cigarette lighter 197 ; Gear selector lever forautomatic transmission 103 = Cup holder 195 ? Front armrest storagecompartments 192 A Audio controller 129 COMAND controller (seeseparate operatinginstructions) B Program mode selectorswitch for auto...

Function Page D Dual-zone automaticclimate control 177 Rear window defroster 184 E Seat heating, driver’s side 81 Overhead control panel Function Page : Rear interior lighting on/off 92 ; Interior lighting control 92 = Right reading lamp on/off 92 ? Roof panel switch 185 A Information button (TeleAi...

Function Page G Roadside Assistancebutton (Tele Aid system) 203 H Left reading lamp on/off 92 I Front interior lighting on/off 92 Driver’s door control panel and seat adjustment Function Page : Inside door handle 70 ; Central unlocking switch 71 = Seat adjustment 79 ? Memory function forstoring seat...

Function Page D Remote tailgate opening/closing switch 74 E Central locking switch 71 Seat adjustment, vehicles without memory function Function Page = Seat adjustment 79 34 Driver’s door control panel and seat adjustment At a glance X204_AKB; 3; 23, en-USd2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-07-16T19:16...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 36Occupant safety .................................. 36Panic alarm .......................................... 59Driving safety systems ....................... 59Anti-theft systems .............................. 63 35 Safety and security X204_AKB; 3; 2...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you wi...

G Warning! The SRS self-check has detected amalfunction when the SRS indicator lamp 6 R does not come on at all R fails to go out after approximately4 seconds after the engine was started R comes on after the engine was started orwhile driving For your safety, we strongly recommend thatyou contact a...

you have any difficulties, please contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Do not lean your head or chest close to thesteering wheel or dashboard. R Keep hands on the outside of the steeringwheel rim. Placing hands and arms insidethe rim can increase the risk and potentialseverity of hand/arm in...

qualified technicians. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Side impact air bags : are designed to provide increased protection for the thoraxbut not the head, neck and arms of the driveror front passenger.The side impact air bags : are deployed R on the impacted side of the vehicle R in insta...

R regardless of whether the seat belt on theimpacted side of the vehicle is in use R in certain vehicle rollovers, if the systemdetermines that air bag deployment canoffer additional protection to that providedby the seat belt Window curtain air bags : are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed...

approximate the occupant’s weightcategory. R Read and observe all warnings in thischapter. OCS Self-test After turning the SmartKey in the starterswitch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once ortwice, the 45 indicator lamp illuminates. If an adult occupant is properlysi...

injured or even killed if the front passengerfront air bag inflates in a collision whichcould occur under some circumstances,even with the air bag technology installedin your vehicle. The only means tocompletely eliminate this risk is to neverplace a child in a rear-facing child restraintin the fron...

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once ortwice, the 45 indicator lamp comes on for approximately 6 seconds and thengoes out.If the 45 indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system isnot functioning. You must see an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center before seating anychild on the front...

seat belt provide the best restraint when thewearer is in a position that is as upright aspossible and the seat belt is properlypositioned on the body. G Warning! Never let more people ride in the vehicle thanthere are seat belts available. Make sureeveryone riding in the vehicle is correctlyrestrai...

around a person and another person orother objects at the same time. R Seat belts should not be worn twisted. In acrash, you would not have the full width ofthe seat belt to distribute impact forces.The twisted seat belt against your bodycould cause injuries. R Pregnant women should also always use ...

X Push latch plate ; into buckle = until it clicks. X If necessary, adjust the seat belt to thecorrect height ( Y page 50). X If necessary, tighten the lap portion to asnug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seatbelt have special seat belt retractors tosec...

restraints on the front seats are designed tomove forward in the direction of travel. Theythus provide the head with increased supportearlier on in the collision sequence. TheNECK-PRO active front head restraints willmove forward whether the seats are occupiedor not. G Warning! Do not attach any obj...

G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove theSmartKey from the starter switch. Alwaystake the SmartKey with you and lock thevehicle. Do not leave children unattended inthe vehicle, even if they are secured in a childrestraint system, or with access to anunlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervi...

The use of infant or child restraints is requiredby law in all 50 states, the District ofColumbia, the U.S. territories and allCanadian provinces.Infants and small children should be seatedin an appropriate infant or child restraintsystem. They must be properly secured inaccordance with the manufact...

X Move the respective head restraint : to its uppermost position ( Y page 80). X Release the rear seat backrest( Y page 189). X Fold the rear seat backrest slightly forward. X Guide top tether strap A between head restraint : and top of the seat backrest. X Securely fasten hook ? , which is part of ...

Information sign : indicates the position of anchor ; . X Install a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seataccording to the manufacturer’sinstructions.A rigid connection between the child seatand the body of the vehicle is established. X Make sure that the seat belt for the rearcenter seat can operate freely...

The rear door windows can no longer beoperated using the respective switchlocated in the rear doors. You can still operate the rear door windowsusing the switches located on the doorcontrol panel of the driver’s door. X Deactivating: Press override switch : again.The rear door windows can be operate...

achieved with winter tires, or snow chainsas required. Safety notes G Warning! The following factors increase the risk ofaccidents: R Excessive speed, especially in turns R Wet and slippery road surfaces R Following another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described in thissection cann...

of the braking effort in straight-line brakingwithout a loss of vehicle stability. G Warning! If the EBP malfunctions, the brake system willstill function with full brake boost. However,the rear wheels could lock up duringemergency braking situations, for example.You could lose control of the vehicl...

Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailingroad conditions and to the non-operatingstatus of the ESP ® . ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP ® switched off. This may cause serious damage to thedrivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ...

To cancel the alarm after it has beentriggered, see “Canceling the alarm”( Y page 64). i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, the Tele Aid system initiates acall to the Customer Assistance Centerautomatically. The Tele Aid system willinitiate the call provided that R you have subscribed t...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 66Locking and unlocking ....................... 66Starter switch positions ..................... 76Seats .................................................... 78Multifunction steering wheel ............. 82Mirrors .........................................

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes,...

Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any i...

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device. Any unau...

Possibility 2 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, no SmartKey outside the vehicle):When exiting and trying to lock the vehicle,the message Key Detected in Vehicle appears in the multifunction display. Thevehicle will not be locked. Factory setting X Global unlocking: Grasp an outside door handle. Unless y...

X Have the SmartKey deactivated by anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or themechanical key to your car insurancecompany immediately. X Have the mechanical lock replaced ifnecessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will beglad to supply you with a replacement. Fo...

turning at a vehicle speed of above 9 mph(15 km/h). You could therefore lock yourselfout when the vehicle is pushed or towed or ison a test stand. X Switching off: Press and hold central unlocking switch : until an acoustic signal sounds. X Switching on: Press and hold central locking switch ; until...

R No SmartKey is inserted in the starterswitch. R KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle’s on-board electronics must have status 0 ( Y page 76). Opening the tailgate from the outside You can unlock and open the tailgatesimultaneously from the outside when thevehicle is stationary. X Press and hold button F on the ...

R Press or pull the remote tailgate opening/closing switch on the driver’s door. R Press the tailgate closing switch. R Press the KEYLESS-GO locking/closingswitch. R Pull outside handle on the tailgate. R When no SmartKey is inserted in the starterswitch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Makesure the vehic...

X Pull remote tailgate opening/closingswitch : until the tailgate begins to open. An acoustic warning sounds when thetailgate begins to open. Closing G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear ofthe vehicle while operating the tailgate withthe door-mou...

Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. Starter switch g For removing SmartKey (gear selectorlever must be in park position P) 1 Power supply for some electricalconsumers, e.g. wipers 2 Ignition (power supply for all electricalconsumers) and driving position 3 Starting...

Seats Safety notes G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol the following must be done before thevehicle is put into motion: R seat adjustment R head restraint adjustment R steering wheel adjustment R rear view mirror adjustment R fastening of seat belts G Warning! Do not adjust ...

X Raising: Adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward. X Lowering: Press release button : and push down on the head restraint. Head restraint fore and aft adjustment X Push or pull on the lower edge of the headrestraint cushion to the desired position. Lumbar support You can adjust...

X Adjusting steering wheel up or down: Move stalk in direction of arrows : . X Adjusting steering wheel in or out: Move stalk in direction of arrows ; . i The memory function ( Y page 86) lets you store the settings for the steeringwheel together with the settings for theseat position and the exteri...

! Before you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior rearview mirrors. Otherwise they may getdamaged. Folding in and out automatically The function must be activated in theConvenience submenu ( Y page 124). The exterior rear view mirrors fold inautomatically as soon as ...

Storing positions into memory X Adjust the seats. X On the driver’s side, also adjust thesteering wheel and exterior rear viewmirrors to the desired positions. X Press memory button M once and within 3 seconds press memory position button1, 2 or 3.When the settings are stored to theselected position...

When the parking lamps or the rear foglamp are switched on and you remove theSmartKey from the starter switch and openthe driver’s door, an acoustic signalsounds.In addition the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display.Switch off the parking lamps or the rear foglamp manually. ...

In the USA, the daytime running lamp modeis deactivated by default. X Activate the daytime running lamp modeusing the control system, see “Switchingdaytime running lamp mode on or off (USAonly)” ( Y page 122). X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ or c . When the engine is running, the low-b...

Locator lighting The locator lighting is described in the“Control system” section, see “Switchinglocator lighting on or off” ( Y page 122). Combination switch Turn signals X Press the combination switch in directionof arrow ; or ? . The corresponding turn signal indicatorlamp ! or # in the instrumen...

Interior lighting in the front : v Rear interior lighting on/off ; ~ Automatic control on/off = p Right front reading lamp on/off ? c Front interior lighting on/off A p Left front reading lamp on/off B Front reading lamps C Front interior lighting Automatic control X Activating: Press button ~ . But...

: p Right rear reading lamp on/off ; p Left rear reading lamp on/off Wipers Notes ! Do not operate the wipers when the windshield/rear window is dry. Dust thataccumulates on a windshield/rear windowmight scratch the glass and/or damage thewiper blades when wiping occurs on a drywindshield/rear windo...

! Vehicles with rain sensor: If you have set intermittent wiping, dirt on the surface ofthe rain sensor or optical effects may causethe windshield wipers to wipe in anundesired fashion. This could then damagethe windshield wiper blades or scratch thewindshield. You should therefore switch offthe win...

Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately.For safety reasons, do the following beforeattempting to remove any blockage: R Stop the vehicle in a safe location. R Remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch.or R Turn off the engine by pressin...

and “Convenience closing feature”( Y page 97). i After switching off the ignition or removing the SmartKey from the starterswitch, you can operate the door windowsuntil you open the driver’s or frontpassenger door. If no door was opened youcan operate the door windows for up to5 minutes. X Switch on...

X Vehicles with panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: Press and hold button & on the SmartKey once more. The roller sunblinds extend. X Release button & on the SmartKey to interrupt the extending procedure. With KEYLESS-GO The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must belocated outside the vehicl...

Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission j Park position with gear selector lever lock k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position For more information, see “Automatictransmission” ( Y page 103). X Make sure the automatic transmission is inpark position P. With Smar...

Carry out the following steps: X If you are starting the engine with theSmartKey: Turn the SmartKey in the starterswitch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure. X If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO: Close any doors that may be open toallow for better detection of the SmartKey. o...

idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on thebrake pedal, the vehicle could acceleratequickly forward or in reverse. You could losecontrol of the vehicle and hit someone orsomething. Only shift into gear when theengine is idling normally and when your rightfoot is firmly on the brake pedal. ! Only s...

Vehicle movement can cause seriouspersonal injury or damage to the vehicle orthe vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always dothe following before turning off the engine andleaving the vehicle: R Keep right foot on the brake pedal. R Engage the parking brake. R Manual transmission: Shift the manualtransm...

With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 0. X Remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch. The SmartKey can only be removed from thestarter switch with the automatictransmission in park position P. With KEYLESS-GO X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.With the driver’s do...

i Neutral position h Drive position G Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatictransmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on thebrake pedal, the vehicle could acceleratequickly forward or in reverse. You c...

Effect B Park positionShift the automatic transmissioninto park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park positionis not intended to serve as a brakewhen the vehicle is parked. Rather,the driver should always engage theparking brake in addition to shiftingthe automatic transmission intop...

Working on the vehicle G Warning! When working on the vehicle, engage theparking brake and shift the automatictransmission into park position P. Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could resultin an accident and/or serious personal injury. Towing a trailer X When you tow a trailer, shift int...

The current program mode appears in themultifunction display. : Program mode indicator You should only change the program modewhen the automatic transmission is in parkposition P. Automatic program mode S will not be stored. When the engine is turned off with theautomatic program mode S selected, th...

If you must continue to drive, do so with addedcaution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The language setting for the multifunctiondisplay can be changed with the audio system( Y page 136) or with the COMAND system. Vehicles with COMAND system: Refer toseparate operati...

Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature indicator isdisplayed in the multifunction display( Y page 112). G Warning! The outside temperature indicator is notdesigned to serve as an ice-warning deviceand is therefore unsuitable for that purpose.Indicated temperatures just above thefreezi...

Press button WX to set the volume = Press button ? to activate the Voice ControlSystem 8 ? Press button briefly % to cancel the Voice ControlSystem 8 to go backto confirm messages Press and hold button % to select the standard display A Press button ;= to call up line for menus and toselect menus Pr...

Menus and submenus Function : Trip menu ( Y page 113) ; Navi menu ( Y page 115) = Audio menu ( Y page 115) ? Tel menu ( Y page 117) A Service menu ( Y page 118) B Settings menu ( Y page 119) Trip menu In the Trip menu, you can show an additional display for the speedometer and call up orreset your v...

: Current fuel consumption ; Estimated remaining driving range Digital speedometer X Press button = or ; to select the Trip menu. X Press button : or 9 to select the digital speedometer. Navi menu The Navi menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. X Press button = or ; to...

Example illustration for FM radio : Stored memory position ; Station frequency = Wave band setting X Selecting next or previous stored station: Press button : or 9 briefly to select a stored station. X Selecting next or previous station in wave band: Press and hold button : or 9 to select a station....

Tel menu G Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must alwaysbe his/her primary focus when driving. Foryour safety and the safety of others, werecommend that you pull over to a safelocation and stop before placing or taking atelephone call. If you choose to use thetelephone while driving, please ...

If you press and hold button : or 9 the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names (quick search). After holdingbutton : or 9 for a short while the scrolling speed increases. Release thebutton to stop the quick search. The searchstops automatically at the end of the list. Example illustration ...

operation of certain systems. They do notreplace the owner’s and/or driver’sresponsibility to maintain the vehicle’soperating safety. Have all requiredmaintenance and safety checks performed onthe vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center to address themalfunction and warning m...

X Press button : or 9 to select a submenu. Scroll down with button : , scroll up with button 9 . With the selection marker on the desiredsubmenu, use the button a to access the individual functions within that submenu.Once within the submenu, you can use button 9 to move to the next function or butt...

X Press button a . The current date appears in themultifunction display. X To set a new date press button a again. X Press button = or ; to select the setting you wish to change: month, day oryear. X Press button : or 9 to change the setting which is highlighted. X Press button a to store the entry....

R the exterior lamps will come on duringdarkness when the vehicle is unlocked withthe SmartKey.The lamps will go out when the driver’s dooris opened.If you do not open the driver’s door afterunlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey,the lamps will go out automatically afterapproximately 40 seconds. R ...

Switching automatic central locking on or off Use this function to switch the automaticcentral locking on or off. With the automaticcentral locking activated, the vehicle islocked centrally at a vehicle speed ofapproximately 9 mph (15 km/h). X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. X Press...

not fold out when you switch on the ignition.You will then have to fold out the exterior rearview mirrors using the button on the doorcontrol panel ( Y page 85). Make sure both exterior rear view mirrors arefolded out completely before driving off. X Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. ...

Audio control unit overview Item : Switching to radio mode( Y page 137) Calling up wave bands( Y page 137) Switching on Sat mode( Y page 142) ; Switching to CD audio or MP3 mode( Y page 146) = Disc slot ? Load/eject button ( Y page 149) A Clear button for deleting digits orentire entries ( Y page 16...

F Tuning to a station via station search( Y page 138) Fast rewind ( Y page 153) Skipping backwards to a track( Y page 153) G Confirming a passcode( Y page 159) Accepting a call ( Y page 167) Initiating a call ( Y page 165) Redial ( Y page 166) H Rejecting a call ( Y page 167) Ending an active call (...

multifunction steering wheel buttons as theyrelate to audio functions described in thissection. Audio controller The menu functions are selected on the audiodisplay using audio controller : . For this purpose, a selected item is highlighted.In this way, you can open menus or lists, movewithin menus ...

i It is not possible to enter a frequency in the respective wave band which is outsidethe frequency range. Frequencies withinthe current frequency range, but outsidethe current frequency step width arerounded to the next lower allowedfrequency. X Enter 1045 with the keypad on the audio control unit....

Adjusting volume X Adjusting: Turn rotary control : . The volume will increase or decreasedepending on the direction turned. Adjusting volume for telephone callsIn hands-free mode, you can adjust thevolume of a telephone call while the call iscurrently active.During a telephone call: X Turn rotary c...

Adjusting balance and fader X Changing setting: Slide Æ V Z or X V Y until desired balance/fader setting is achieved. X Exiting menu: Press W or button k . The balance/fader setting is stored for allaudio sources. Surround sound If your vehicle is equipped with the harman/kardon Logic 7 ® Surround S...

Menu Function Presets (except WeatherBand) Autostore (exceptsatellite radio) List of storedstations Info Information menu (ifavailable) Channel (only Weather Band) List of channels Sound Treble Bass Balance/Fader Surround Sound Switching to radio mode X Press button $ on audio control unit. The radi...

The wave band currently selected appearsin the main area of the audio display. Thelast selected station in the selected waveband is heard. Selecting a station/channel The following functions are available: R Station search function R Channel list (Weather Band/satellite radio) R Station memory (exce...

or X Press button l on the keypad in audio control unit briefly.The Enter Frequency submenu appears. X Entering frequency with keypad: Enter desired frequency with buttons k to x on the keypad in audio control unit. The audio system tunes in to the frequencyentered. i It is not possible to enter a f...

Autostore – automatic station memory i This function is not available for Weather Band/satellite radio. The autostorefunction automatically assigns receivablestations to the memory. The stations aresorted according to reception quality at themoment of performing the autostore. Thestations which were...

Contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter for details and availability for yourvehicle. SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio provides over130 channels of digital-quality radio,including 100 % commercial-free music, sports, news and entertainment. SIRIUS XMSatellite Radio uses a fleet of high-powersatellites to...

i Activating the satellite radio service might not be available in certain places (e.g. intunnels, parking garages, under leafy trees,or within or next to buildings). If asubscription is not included with systempurchase, credit card information isrequired to activate your account.The activation proc...

Channel number is invalid: The message Invalid Channel appears in the audio display. X The message disappears automatically orpress W to close the message. Channel number is valid, but channel is not included in subscription: The message Call SIRIUS to activate: appears ( Y page 141). X Press W to c...

X Selecting a preset position: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d . X Storing a preset position: Press and hold W until you hear a signal. The channel is stored. or X Press and hold desired channel button k to x on keypad, until a brief signal tone sounds.The channel is stored. Displaying information X $ (...

CD and MP3 mode Submenu overview Menu Submenu CD or MP3 Normal TrackSequence Random Tracks Random Folders(MP3 mode only) AUX Track list (Audio CD) or Folder (MP3) Select track (CDmode only) Select folder and/ortracks (MP3 modeonly) Changer (with CD-changeronly) Select medium Eject all Fill empty slo...

! Do not affix stickers or labels to the CDs, they can become warped due to the heatthat develops in the CD drive or CDchanger.In certain situations, the CDs can then nolonger be ejected and cause damage to thedrive. Such damage is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Your CD drive or...

R WMA Pro R 5.1 Surround Notes on copyrightThe music tracks that you create and playback in the MP3 and WMA format aregenerally subject to copyright protection inaccordance with the applicable internationaland national regulations.In many countries, reproductions are notpermitted without the prior c...

i If the audio CD is printed on one side, this side must face upwards when loaded. Ifneither side is printed, the side to be playedmust face downwards.If a CD has been inserted incorrectly orcannot be read, Disc Unreadable appears in the display. X Loading a CD: Insert CD into CD slot : . The system...

X Press button h , or load/eject button ; ( Y page 149) on the audio control unit to finish the loading process.The CD changer plays the disc if it has beeninserted correctly and is permissible. X Interrupting loading procedure: Press load/eject button ; again. or X Press button k in the center cons...

X Press desired button k to p in the keypad to select a magazine compartment. or X Slide X V Y or rotate c V d the audio controller to select the desired CD. X Press W to confirm. The CD is ejected. X Remove the CD from CD slot : . If you do not remove the CD from the CDslot, the CD changer will aut...

X h Q Folder . or X Press W when the main area is selected. The track list of the current folder appears. X Move to the superordinate folder: Select the U symbol. The display now shows the next higherfolder level. X Selecting a folder: Slide Z V Æ or rotate c V d the audio controller, to select the ...

vehicle may be much louder. You may need todisable these system messages or adjust thevolume of these messages manually. X Selecting audio AUX mode: Press button h repeatedly until the main menu for AUX operation appears. or X In CD mode: Select CD / MP3 Q Aux . The audio AUX menu appears. The mediu...

system. Please make sure any otherBluetooth ® device linked with the mobile phone is switched off before you use thetelephone functions with the audio system. Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment...

X Activate Bluetooth ® connection on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operatinginstructions). X Press button % on the audio control unit to call up the telephone mode. i On certain mobile phones, not only you will have to activate the Bluetooth ® function but in addition, your own devicemust be ma...

X Select Options Q Details . The details screen for the device is shownin the audio display. X Closing details screen: Slide X V Y , rotate c V d or press W , or press button k . De-authorizing a Bluetooth ® device X % Q Tel Q Bluetooth Phones . X Select authorized device. X Select Options Q De-Auth...

R READY indicates that a call is possible. R NO SERVICE indicates that the mobile network is not available. Setting transmit and receive volume i These settings should normally not be changed as the factory settings arematched to most mobile phones. Find outabout the optimum settings for your mobile...

Placing a “911” emergency call with the mobile phone locked i If the mobile phone is locked, you only can make an emergency call on the mobilephone itself, without the use of the audiocontrol unit. Phone book You can save telephone numbers in the audiosystem’s phone book. i These entries are retaine...

X Switching from the search speller to the list: Slide Z V repeatedly. or X Select ¬ . X Switching from the list to the search speller: Press button k . Selecting an entry Selecting via search speller X If necessary, switch from the list to thesearch speller. X Switching search speller character set...

mobile phone and only use the audiosystem’s hands-free device, these calls willnot be listed. Calling up the list X % Q Call Lists . X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed . The appropriate list appears. i If there is a symbol with a telephone receiver in front of the phone number or thename, then ...

Aborting dial or ending a call X % Q ¢ and press W . or X Press button ~ on the audio control unit or on the multifunction steering wheel. Rejecting or accepting calls You will be notified of an incoming call by theringing tone and a message on the display. i Depending on the mobile phone you are us...

Sending DTMF tones i This function is not possible with all mobile phones. Answering machines or other devices can becontrolled via DTMF tones, e.g. for remotequery functions. X Transmitting individual characters: During a call select the requiredcharacters. or X Press the corresponding button on th...

changes in tire traction can result in wheelspin and loss of control. R Deactivate the cruise control when drivingin fog. The “Resume” function should only beoperated if the driver is fully aware of thepreviously set speed and wishes to resumethis particular preset speed. G Warning! The cruise contr...

The cruise control speed segments in themultifunction display goes out and anacoustic warning will sound. Observeadditional messages in the multifunctiondisplay that may appear.Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the cruise control. After a briefacceleration (e.g. for passing), the c...

X Briefly pull the cruise control lever indirection of arrow ? . If no speed is stored, the current speed isset and stored. X Remove your foot from the acceleratorpedal. The last stored speed is deleted from memorywhen the engine is turned off. Hill-start assist system On uphill grades, the hill-sta...

Parktronic system (Parking Assist) The Parktronic system is an electronicparking aid with ultrasonic sensors designedto assist the driver during parking maneuvers.The Parktronic system indicates the relativedistance between the vehicle and an obstaclevisually and audibly.The Parktronic system is act...

Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) If the Parktronic system detects an obstaclein this range, all the distance war...

R Front area: An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red distancesegment illuminates and a constantacoustic warning lasting a maximum of2 seconds will sound for the second reddistance segment. The signal is canceledwhen the automatic transmission is shiftedinto park position P or t...

In addition, the rear view camera containsguidelines to help you with driving in reverse. G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could beinjured. G Warning! The rear view camera is only an aid and maydisplay obstacles R...

Switching on or off X Switching on: Switch on the ignition. X Make sure the rear view camera is switchedon in the COMAND system. For moreinformation refer to separate COMANDoperating instructions. X Switch on the COMAND system. X Shift the automatic transmission to reversegear R. The COMAND system d...

Climate control system Control panel Dual-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes : Temperaturecontrol, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 180) ; Climate control on/off i Switch on/off the climate control system. ( Y page 179) = Ù on/off (USA only) ( Y pa...

Function Recommendation/Notes C Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the windowscan fog up due to lack of fresh air. ( Y page 183) D Rear windowdefroster ( Y page 184) E Increasing airvolume ( Y page 182) F Decreasing airvolume ( Y page 182) G Dis...

more quickly. Window fogging may impairvisibility and endanger you and others. X Set the desired temperature( Y page 180). X Activating: Press button à . The indicator lamp in the button comes on.The air volume and air distribution areadjusted automatically. X Deactivating: Press button I , K or _ ....

Side air vents Example illustration driver’s side : Left side defroster air vent, fixed ; Left side air vent, adjustable = Thumbwheel for air volume control foradjustable left side air vent X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel = upward or downward. Ventilated glove box The glove box can be ventilated,...

Symbol Function ¯ Directs air through thedefroster air vents to thewindshield and front doorwindows P Directs air through the centerand side air vents O Directs air to the footwells N Directs air through the centerand side air vents and to thefootwells _ Directs air into the entirevehicle interior (...

Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should beremoved from the rear window before driving.Visibility could otherwise be impaired,endangering you and others. The rear window defroster uses a largeamount of power. To keep the battery drainto a minimum, switch off the defro...

Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel,make sure there is no danger of anyone beingharmed by the opening/closing procedure.The tilt/sliding panel is equipped with theexpress op...

X Switch on the ignition. X Push and hold the roof panel switch indirection of arrow ; ( Y page 184) until the roller sunblinds are fully retracted. X Push and hold the roof panel switch indirection of arrow ; until the tilt/sliding panel is opened approximately 4 inch(10 cm). X Pull and hold the ro...

shown. The heaviest items are to be placedtowards the front of the vehicle.Please pay attention to and comply with thefollowing instructions when loading thevehicle and transporting cargo: R Always place items being carried againstfront or rear seat backrests, and fastenthem as securely as possible....

Hooks Three hooks are located in the cargocompartment.Use the hooks to secure light-weight itemsonly. The maximum permissible weight perhook is 9 lbs (4 kg). Coat hooks on the tailgate G Warning! The tailgate may close if too great a load isplaced on the coat hooks.You and/or others could be trapped...

Setting up rear seat backrest G Warning! If a red indicator is visible with the seatbackrest up, then the seat backrest is notproperly locked into position.Always lock seat backrest in its uprightposition when rear seat bench is occupied, orthe expanded cargo volume is not in use.Check for secure lo...

Cargo net (Canada only) G Warning! Make sure the cargo net is properly engagedat top and bottom position and the tighteningbelts are securely fastened.Never use a damaged cargo net.Always use cargo net when transportingcargo. This helps to avoid personal injury fromsmaller objects being thrown aroun...

X Hook belt hook : into cargo tie-down ring ; in direction of arrow. X Pull tightening belt = by the loose end in direction of arrow until the cargo net ispulled tight. X After driving a short distance, make surethe cargo net is still tight and, if necessary,pull it tight again. Loosening the cargo ...

1 Glove box unlocked 2 Glove box locked Front armrest storage compartments i There is a small and a large storage compartment located underneath thearmrest. The small storage compartmentcan be removed for the purpose ofemptying. X Opening storage compartments: Press button : or ; . The armrest opens...

X Opening: Pull release catch and swing the storage compartment cover : upward in direction of arrow. Storage compartments under cargo compartment floor G Warning! If items are stored in the compartment, makesure compartment is securely closed.In an accident, during hard braking or suddenmaneuvers, ...

Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment,only use containers that fit into the cupholder. Use lids on open containers and donot fill containers to a height where thecontents, especially hot liquids, could spilldurin...

: Vanity mirror lamp ; Mounting = Holder, e.g. for gas cards ? Vanity mirror A Vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor down when you experienceglare. Glare through a door window X Close vanity mirror cover A if opened. X Disengage sun visor from mounting ; . X Pivot sun vis...

Rear center console ashtray X Opening: Pull at top of cover ; . X Removing ashtray insert: Push button = to disengage ashtray insert : and remove it. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push ashtray insert : down into the retainer until it engages. Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 53. G...

Power outlet in rear passenger compartment X Pull at top of cover ; . Power outlet in cargo compartment 115V AC Socket G Warning! The 115V AC socket operates at high voltage.Use the 115V AC socket in the vehicle withthe same caution and prudence that youexercise when using power outlets at home.Keep...

X Operation: Open cover = . X Switch on the ignition. X Insert the plug of the small device into115V AC socket : . LED ; comes on. If LED ; does not come on, refer to the section on possible nonoperation causes. X Switching off: Pull the plug out of 115V AC socket : . Do not pull on the cable. X Clo...

Zone map South America X Press button = approximately 3 seconds. The currently selected zone appears incompass display ; . X Selecting zone: Press button = until the desired zone is selected.Do not press the button again until thedirection is indicated. X Compass calibration: Make sure you are in an...

i Location of the vehicle on a map is only possible if the vehicle is able to receivesignals from the GPS satellite network andpass the information on to the CustomerAssistance Center. The Tele Aid system (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three typesof respons...

Once the emergency call is in progress, theindicator lamp in the SOS button will begin toflash. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display and theCOMAND system is muted. When theconnection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display.All infor...

Roadside Assistance button X Press and hold Roadside Assistancebutton : for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz RoadsideAssistance dispatcher will be initiated. Theindicator lamp in Roadside Assistancebutton : will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will ap...

multifunction display and the COMANDsystem is muted. i The audio system or COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is inprogress. While the call is connected youcan change to the navigation menu bypressing the NAVI button on the COMANDsystem. Spoken commands are notavailable. A voice co...

The SOS button will flash and the message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display to indicate receipt ofthe door unlock command.If the tailgate recessed handle was pulledfor more than 20 seconds before doorunlock authorization was received by theCustomer Assistance Center, you mustw...

Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control Hand-held remote control A is not part of the vehicle equipment. Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish toretain its programm...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 212The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 212At the gas station ............................. 212Engine compartment ........................ 214Tires and wheels ............................... 218Winter driving ................................... 241Dri...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously ...

Any noticeable irregularities in engineoperation should be repaired promptly.Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel mayreach the catalytic converter, causing it tooverheat and potentially start a fire. i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91(average of 96 RON/86 MO...

Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicleis in motion. Otherwise the hood could beforced open by passing air flow.This could cause the hood to come loose andinjure you and/or others. Opening G Warning! Do not open the hood when the engine isoverheated. You co...

Adding engine oil ! Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles withMaintenance System. For a listing ofapproved engine oils and oil filters, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center orvisit www.mbusa.com (USA only). The following will result in engine oremission control sys...

X Using a rag, slowly open cap : approximately 1 / 2 turn counterclockwise to relieve excess pressure. X Continue turning cap : counterclockwise and remove it.The coolant level is correct if the level R for cold coolant: reaches marking bar = in coolant expansion tank ; R for warm coolant: is approx...

Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Donot add brake fluid as this will not solve theproblem. For more information, see“Practical hints”. When checking the brake fluid level, thevehicle must be parked on level ground. The brake fluid level is correct when it isbetween lower mark (MIN) ; and upper mark ...

inflation pressure loss and damage to thetire beads. R If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check tireinflation pressure and correct as required. R Do not allow your tires to wear down toofar. Adhesion properties on wet roads aresharply reduced at tread depths of lessthan 1 / 8 in (3 mm). R When replac...

The Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe recommended cold tire inflationpressures : for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as originalequipment. Important notes on tire inflation pressure G Warning! If the tire inflation pressure d...

Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures for particular tire sizes Some tire inflation pressure labels may onlyshow the rim diameter instead of the entiretire size, e.g. R 18 or 18". The rim diameter is part of the tire size asspecified on the tire sidewall ( Y page 235). Example illustrat...

Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly causing ablowout. Overloading the tires can also resultin handling or steering problems, or brakefailu...

Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS), (USA only) Your vehicle is equipped with the AdvancedTire Pressure Monitoring System (AdvancedTPMS). It measures the tire inflation pressurein the vehicle’s tires and issues warnings incase of pressure loss in one or more of thetires.The TPMS...

Example illustration The respective tire is indicated by a redrectangle. Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to set the tireinflation pressure to the recommended coldtire inflation pressure. Underinflated tiresaffect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.You mig...

Maximum tire inflation pressure G Warning! Never exceed the maximum tire inflationpressure. Follow recommended tire inflationpressures.Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tireswear excessively and/or unevenly, adverselyaffect handling and fuel economy, and aremore likely to fail from being over...

Loading Information placard with regards toloading your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possib...

X Step 3: Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers fromXXX kilograms or XXX lbs. X Step 4: The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage loadcapacity. For example, if the “XXX” amountequals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, ...

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) 5 3 1 Seating configuration front: 2rear: 3 front: 1rear: 2 front...

Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross AxleWeight Rating (GAWR) for either the front orrear axle. You can obtain the GVWR andGAWR from the certification label. Thecertification label can be found on the driver’sdoor B-pillar, see the “Technical data” section( Y page 328). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GV...

The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icyroad is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay particular attention to thecondition of the road whenever the outsidetemperature is close to the freezing point.Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires( Y page 241) with a minimum tread depth of approxim...

Index Speed rating H up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V up to 149 mph (240 km/h) W up to 168 mph (270 km/h) Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...(..Y) above 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR above 149 mph (240 km/h) R At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tirewith a speed capability above 14...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axleweight. The gross vehicle weight on each axlemust never exceed the GAWR for the frontand rear axle indicated on the certificationlabel located on the driver’s door B-pillar. GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) The GTW is the weight of th...

Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tubeassembly upon which the tire beads areseated. Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread andthe bead. TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique identifier which facilitates efforts bytire manufacturers to notify purchasers inrecall situations or o...

G Warning! If you use your spare wheel when winter tiresare fitted on the other wheels, be aware thatthe difference in tire characteristics may verywell impair turning stability and that overalldriving stability may be reduced. Adapt yourdriving style accordingly.Have the spare wheel replaced by a r...

Winter driving instructions G Warning! If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, makesure snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipeand from around the vehicle with the enginerunning. Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide(CO) gases may enter vehicle interiorresulting in unconsciousness and death.To assure suffi...

The possibility of a serious or even fatalaccident are greatly increased when you drinkor take drugs and drive.Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allowanyone to drive who has been drinking ortaking drugs. Pedals G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of move...

Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings The Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is the weightof the trailer plus the weight of all cargo,equipment, luggage, etc. loaded on thetrailer. The maximum permissible GTW to betowed: 3 500 lb (1 588 kg). Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is themaximum permissible wei...

X Make sure the automatic transmission is inpark position P ( Y page 103). X Engage the parking brake for the vehicle( Y page 102). X Close all doors and the tailgate. X Attach the trailer. X Plug in all electrical connectors. Towing a trailer There are many different laws, includingspeed limit rest...

Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicletracks the distance driven and the timeelapsed since the last maintenance service.It calculates other maintenance service workrequired, and calls for the next maintenanceservice accordingly.We strongly recommend that you have yourvehicle servic...

Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center willreset the maintenance service indicatorfollowing a completed maintenance service. Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on ( Y page 113). You can call up the maintenance serviceindicator display at any time to ch...

Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care shouldbe applied when water drops on the paintsurface do not “bead up”. This shouldnormally be done every 3 to 5 months,depending on the climate and washingdetergent used.Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleanershould be applied if the paint surface showssigns of embedd...

which can be caused by residual wax on thewindshield. Ornamental moldings X For regular cleaning and care of ornamentalmoldings, use a damp cloth. ! Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental moldings. Although ornamental moldingsmay have chrome appearance, they couldbe made of anodized aluminum that w...

Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care,a soft bristle brush and a strong spray ofwater for cleaning the light alloy wheels. ! Only use acid-free cleaning materials. Acid may cause corrosion or damage theclear coat. ! The vehicle should not b...

G Warning! Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this mayseverely weaken them. In a crash they maynot be able to provide adequate protection. Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearingclothing that have the tendency to give offcoloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause theupholstery to become pe...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 260Where will I find ...? .......................... 260Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 262What to do if … .................................. 288Unlocking/locking manually ........... 299Resetting activated N...

= Wheel wrench ? Towing eye bolt A Jack B Fuse chart C Spare wheel bolts D Pair of gloves E Reversible ratchet for jack F Electric air pump G Valve extractor H Collapsible wheel chock Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to securethe vehicle, e.g. while changing a wheel. X Take...

X Attach reversible ratchet ; to jack : in such a way that the word UP can be seen. Before placing the jack and the reversibleratchet back into the vehicle tool kit: X Fully collapse the jack (storage position). X Remove the reversible ratchet. Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 312. The s...

Certain messages of high priority cannot becleared from the multifunction display using a or % on the multifunction steering wheel ( Y page 110). Other messages of high priority andmessages of less immediate priority can becleared from the multifunction display using a or % . They are then stored in...

Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual USA only:The front passenger front air bag is activated while drivingeven though a child, small individual, or object below thesystem’s weight threshold is ...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions classification sensed by the OCS, the 45 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out.If above conditions are not met, the system is not workingproperly. Have the system checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Child Seat Position See Operator's Manual Vehicles with BabySmart™ (Canada only):The BabySmart™ child seat is not positioned correctly.Risk of injury! X Install the BabySmart™ child seat in correct position. Vehicles with BabySmart™...

Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Then Restart Run Flat Indicator There has been a warning message about a loss in the tireinflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning systemwas not restarted yet. X Make sure the correct tire inflation p...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions TirePress. Sensor(s)M issing At least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty).The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display. X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authori...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantlybelow the reference value.The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and bra...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canadaonly) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.Risk of accident! X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safeto do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Do not drive an...

Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ESC Inoperativ e See Operator's Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp d comes on. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to amalfunction, the BAS, the ESP ® , and the hill-start assist system a...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 6 Front Right SRS Malfunctio n Service Required Components of the front passenger’s supplemental restraintsystem may not work properly. X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. 6 Rear Left SRS Malfunctio n...

Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A The tailgate is open. X Close the tailgate ( Y page 71). ? You are driving with the hood open. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe todo so. X Close the hood ( Y page 215). There is otherwise danger of an ...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions D Power Steering Malfunctio n See Operator's Manual Power assistance for the steering system is not available. Aconsiderably higher degree of effort is necessary to steer thevehicle. X Check whether you are capable to apply the higher deg...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Low Stop Vehicle! Turn Engine Off The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the mess...

Lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Active Headlamps Inoperativ e The active Bi-Xenon headlamp system is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon aspossible. b Check Left Reverse Lamp or Check Right Reverse Lamp The left or right backup l...

Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h Tire Press. Warning Caution Tire Malfunctio n At least one tire is deflating. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel ( Y page 312). h Check Tire Pre...

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABSindicator lampcomes on whilethe engine isrunning. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS,the ESP ® , and the EBP are also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without thesyste...

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABSindicator lampcomes on whilethe engine isrunning. The ABS is temporarily not available. The ESP ® , the BAS, and the EBP are also unavailable.The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet.The brake system is still functioning norma...

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 7 The red seat belttelltale comeson for amaximum of6 seconds afterstarting theengine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fastenyour seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whethe...

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? The red coolanttemperaturewarning lampcomes on whenthe engine isrunning and anacousticwarning sounds. The coolant temperature has exceeded 248‡ (120†). X Stop in a safe location as soon as possible and allow the engineand coolant to cool down. G...

G Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked at least once a monthwhen cold and inflated to the inflationpressure recommended by the vehiclemanufacturer on the Tire and LoadingInformation placard on the driver’s door B-pillar or the tire inflation pressure label on thein...

G Warning! If the 45 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of atypical 12-month-old child in a standard childrestraint or less on the front passenger seat,do not transport a child on the frontpassenger seat until the system has beenrepaired. Unlocking/locking manually Unl...

X Remove mechanical key ; from the SmartKey ( Y page 299). X Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s door lock. X Turn mechanical key ; clockwise to position 1 . The vehicle is locked. X Turn mechanical key ; back and remove it from the driver’s door lock. X Check whether the doors and the tailgat...

Manually unlocking the gear selector lever If the vehicle’s electrical system ismalfunctioning, the gear selector lever couldremain locked in park position P. In this case the gear selector lever can be unlockedmanually, e.g. to tow the vehicle. X Engage the parking brake. ! Do not use sharp objects...

G Warning! For safety reasons, have the NECK-PRO activefront head restraints checked at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center after arear-end collision. G Warning! When pushing back the head restraintcushion, make sure your fingers do notbecome caught between the head restraintcushion and the cover. Fai...

X Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening until battery compartmentcover : opens. Do not keep the cover shut. X Remove the battery compartment cover. X Pat the SmartKey against the palm of yourhand until battery = falls out. X Insert the new battery with the positiveterminal (+) facing up. ...

Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type : Turn signal and side marker lamp:WY 5 W ; Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W = High-beam lamp: H7 55 W ? Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W A Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps Type : Turn signal and side marker lamp:WY 5 W ; T...

Before you start to replace a bulb for a frontlamp, do the following: X Switch off the ignition. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ . X Open the hood ( Y page 214). X Remove the cover above the respectiveheadlamp ( Y page 306). X Driver’s side only: Release the washer fluidreservoir ( Y p...

X Fold wire clip = back and press it down on bulb holder to engage it in the arrestorhook. X Connect electric plug ; on bulb ? . X Align housing cover : and turn it clockwise. X Driver’s side only: Fix the washer fluidreservoir ( Y page 306). X Install the cover above the headlamp( Y page 306). High...

Corner-illuminating lamps bulb (Bi- Xenon headlamps only) X Turn housing cover : counterclockwise and remove it. X Press handle ; in direction of the arrow until the bulb socket is released. X Pull out the bulb socket using handle ; . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket.Lamp pin = must poin...

Opening and closing side trim panel You must open the side trim panels in thecargo compartment before you can replacethe tail lamp bulbs. Left side trim panel Right side trim panel X Opening: Turn lock : counterclockwise by 90° and remove side trim panel ; . X Closing: Insert side trim panel ; and t...

X Insert the new bulb into the bulb carrier andturn the bulb clockwise. X Insert the bulb carrier and press it in.The bulb carrier retainers ; engage audibly. X Reconnect the plug. X Close the side trim panel ( Y page 309). License plate lamps X Press tab ; of license plate lamp : in direction of th...

Rear wiper blade X Insert wiper blade ; into wiper arm : . X Hold wiper arm : and engage wiper blade ; by pushing it in direction of arrow until it locks into place. X Check whether the wiper blade is securelyfastened. X Fold wiper arm : to rest on the rear window.Make sure to hold on to the wiper w...

R reversible ratchet R vehicle tool kit box R electric air pump For information on where to find therespective items, see “Where will I find ...?”( Y page 260) and ( Y page 262). i Vehicles without spare wheel are not factory-equipped with the tools required fora wheel change such as a jack or a whe...

Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.Damaged wheel hub threads should berepaired immediately. Do not continue todrive under these circumstances! Contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or callRoadside Assistance.Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightenedwheel bolts can cause the wheel to co...

electrical plug are located at the bottom ofthe pump housing. The following description applies to bothversions. Differences in usage are expresslydeclared. Version 1 Version 2 X Version 1 only: Open flap : on electric air pump. X Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug = and air hose with pressure...

X Press 0 on electric air pump switch ; . X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 0. or X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press theKEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. Donot depress the brake pedal. X Version 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflationpressur...

If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have thebattery charge checked more frequently.When replacing a battery, always use abattery approved by Mercedes-Benz.If you do not intend to operate your vehiclefor an extended period of time, contact anauthorized Mercedes-B...

your vehicle model to maintain the batterycharge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.The battery, the battery ventilation hoseand the lateral plug must always besecurely installed when the vehicle is inoperation. ! Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while ...

Position B represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. X Slide cover : from positive terminal = in direction of arrow. ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal ; of charged battery B with positive terminal = with a jumper cable. Clamp ...

Vehicles without AMG Sport Package Vehicles with AMG Sport Package X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Vehicles with AMG Sport Package: Prycover : with a round, blunt object as a lever in the hole as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towi...

remove SmartKey from starter switch andreinsert. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no powerassistance for the brake and steeringsystems. In this case, it is important to keepin mind that a considerably higher degree ofeffort is necessary to brake and steer thevehicle. Adapt your drivi...

Note the following when freeing a strandedvehicle: R Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly ordiagonally, since it could result in damageto the chassis alignment. R Never try to free a vehicle that is stillcoupled to a trailer. R If possible, a vehicle equipped with a trailerhitch receiver should be pul...

moisture or dirt could enter the fuse boxand possibly impair fuse operation. Fuse box in engine compartment X Open the hood. X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture fromfuse box cover. X Opening: Release wire ; from fuse box cover. X Release clamps : . X Remove fuse box cover. X Closing: Make sure t...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 328Parts service ..................................... 328Warranty coverage ........................... 328Identification labels .......................... 328Vehicle specification GLK 350 (204.956) ........................................... 330Vehicle...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersm...

Vehicle specification GLK 350 (204.956) The quoted data apply only to the standardvehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of allspecial bodies and special equipment. i The GLK 350 is available in the USA only. Engine GLK 350 Engine, type 272 Mode of operation 4...

Benz Center for the corresponding data of allspecial bodies and special equipment. Engine GLK 350 4MATIC Engine, type 272 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 Bore 3.66 in (92.90 mm) Stroke 3.39 in (86.00 mm) Total piston displacement 213.5 cu in (3 498 cm 3 ) Com...

Same size tires Model GLK 350 22 GLK 350 4MATIC 17" wheels Rims (light alloy)Wheel offset 7.5 J x 17 H21.87 in (47.5 mm) Winter tires 23,24 235/60 R17 102H M+S i 19" wheels Rims (light alloy)Wheel offset 7.5 J x 19 H21.85 in (47 mm) All-season tires 23 235/50 R19 99H M+S 20" wheels Rims ...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore only useproducts tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.For information on tested and approvedproducts, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). G W...

Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Fuel tank All models 17.4 US gal (66.0 l) Premium unleadedgasoline (MinimumPosted Octane 91[Avg. of96 RON/86 MON]) Fuel tank reserve All models approx. 2.1 US gal (8.0 l) Air conditioning system All models — R134a refrigerantand specialPAG lubricant o...

The coolant solution must be used year roundto provide the necessary corrosion protectionand increase boil-over protection. Refer tothe Maintenance Booklet for replacementinterval.Coolant system design and coolant useddetermine the replacement interval. Thereplacement interval published in theMainte...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...