windshield wiper MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 2018 Owners Manual

Index ....................................................... 4
Digital Operator's Manual .................. 27
Introduction .......................................... .2 7
Operation ............................................... 27
Introduction ......................................... 28
Protecting the environment .................. .2 8
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .............. .2 8
Operator's Manual ................................. 29
Service and vehicle operation ............... .2 9
Operating safety .................................... 31
QR code for rescue card ........................ 33
Data stored in the vehicle ..................... .3 3
Information on copyright ....................... 35
At a glance ........................................... 36
Cockpit .................................................. 36
Instrument cluster ................................ .3 7
Multifunction steering wheel ................. 38
Center console ...................................... 39
Overhead control panel ........................ .4 2
Door control panel ................................. 43
Safety ................................................... 44
Panic alarm ............................................ 44
Occupant safety .................................... 44
Children in the vehicle ........................... 60
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 65
Driving safety systems ........................... 66
Protection against theft ........................ .7 6
Opening and closing ........................... 78
SmartKey ............................................... 78
Doors ..................................................... 84
Cargo compartment .............................. .8 5
Side windows ......................................... 91
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel ...................................................... 94
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 99
Correct driver's seat position ................ 99
Seats ..................................................... 99
Steering wheel ..................................... 105 Mirrors ................................................. 107
Memory function ................................. 110
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 112
Exterior lighting ................................... 112
Interior lighting .................................... 116
Replacing bulbs ................................... 116
Windshield wipers ................................ 120
Climate control ................................. 124
Overview of climate control systems ... 124
Operating the climate control sys-
tems .................................................... 127
Air vents .............................................. 133
Driving and parking .......................... 135
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..... 135
Driving ................................................. 135
DYNAMIC SELECT switch .................... 144
Automatic transmission ....................... 146
Refueling ............................................. 155
Parking ................................................ 158
Driving tips .......................................... 160
Driving systems ................................... 169
Towing a trailer .................................... 214
On-board computer and displays .... 220
Important safety notes ........................ 220
Displays and operation ........................ 220
Menus and submenus ......................... 224
Display messages ................................ 239
Warning and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 268
Multimedia system ........................... 280
General notes ...................................... 280
Important safety notes ........................ 280
Function restrictions ............................ 280
Operating system ................................ 281
Stowage and features ...................... 290
Stowage areas ..................................... 290
Features .............................................. 3022
Contents

Vehicle level
AIR BODY CONTROL ...................... 185
Display message ............................ 256
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 229
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 280
VIN
Seat ............................................... 377
Type plate ...................................... 376
W Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 271
Active Brake Assist ........................ 277
Airbag ............................................ 274
Brakes ........................................... 270
Coolant .......................................... 275
Distance warning ........................... 277
Engine diagnostics ......................... 274
ESP ®
.............................................. 271
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 273
Fuel tank ........................................ 274
General notes ................................ 268
Overview .......................................... 37
Parking brake ................................ 274
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 274
Restraint system ............................ 274
Seat belt ........................................ 269
SPORT handling mode ................... 273
Steering ......................................... 279
Tire pressure monitor .................... 278
Warranty .............................................. 29
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 267
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 280
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 373
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 373
Wheel chock ...................................... 370
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 369
Checking ........................................ 349
Cleaning ......................................... 326 Important safety notes .................. 349
Information on driving .................... 349
Interchanging/changing ................ 369
Mounting a new wheel ................... 372
Mounting a wheel .......................... 370
Removing a wheel .......................... 372
Snow chains .................................. 351
Storing ........................................... 370
Tightening torque ........................... 373
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 373
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 248
Operation ......................................... 51
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 130
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 322
Important safety notes .................. 381
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 123
Rear window wiper ........................ 121
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 121
Switchi ng on/off ........................... 120
Wi
nter driving
Important safety notes .................. 351
Slippery road surfaces ................... 165
Snow chains .................................. 351
Winter operation
Radiator cover ............................... 319
Summer tires ................................. 351
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 351
Wiper arm
Moving to a vertical position .......... 121
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 327
Important safety notes .................. 121
Replacing ....................................... 121
Replacing (rear window) ................ 122
Replacing (windshield) ................... 121
Without changing gears
Display message ............................ 265
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 330 Index 25

When the engine is running and the vehicle is
stationary: if you move the selector lever from a
driving position to ] , the daytime driving lights
and low-beam headlamps go out after three
minutes.
When the engine is running, the vehicle is sta-
tionary and in bright ambient light: if you turn the
light switch to the ` position, the daytime
running lamps and parking lamps switch on.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to the X position, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Low-beam headlamps
G WARNING
When the light switch is set to X , the low-
beam headlamps may not be switched on
automatically if there is fog, snow or other
causes of poor visibility due to the weather
conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an
accident.
In such situations, turn the light switch to
X .
Even if the light sensor does not detect that it is
dark, the parking lamps and low-beam head-
lamps switch on when the ignition is switched on
and the light switch is set to the X position.
This is a particularly useful function in the event
of rain and fog. X
To switch on the low-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey to position H in the igni-
tion lock or start the engine. X
Turn the light switch to the X position.
The green X indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster lights up.
Rear fog lamp
The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your
vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick
fog. You must observe the legal requirements
for the country in which you are currently driving
when operating the rear fog lamp. X
To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position H or
start the engine. X
Turn the light switch to the X or X
position. X
Press the ^ button.
The yellow ^ indicator lamp on the instru-
ment cluster lights up.
Parking lamps
! If the battery charge is very low, the parking
lamps or standing lamps are automatically
switched off to enable the next engine start.
Always park your vehicle safely and in a well lit
area, in accordance with the relevant legal
stipulations. Avoid using the ` parking
lamps over a period of several hours. If pos-
sible, switch on the right-hand d or left-
hand c standing lamps. X
To switch on the parking lamps: turn the
light switch to the ` position.
The green ` indicator lamp on the instru-
ment cluster lights up.
Standing lamps Switching on the standing lamps ensures the
corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated. X
To switch on the parking lamp: turn the
SmartKey t o position Z in
the ignition lock or
remove the SmartKey. X
Turn the light switch to the c (left-hand
side of the vehicle) or d (right-hand side of
the vehicle) position.
Combination switch
C
High-beam headlamps
D
Turn signal, rightExterior lighting 113
Lights and windshield wipers Z

High-beam headlamps X
Switch off the lights. X
Open the hood. X
Turn housing cover C counter-clockwise and
remove it. X
Push bulb holder D upwards and pull out.X
Pull defective bulb out of bulb holder D .X
Insert new bulb into bulb holder D .X
Insert bulb holder D into groove with lug at
top. X
Push bulb holder D down until it engages
audibly. X
Press on housing cover C and turn it clock-
wise.
Turn signals
X
Remove the cover in the front wheel housing
( Y
page 118).X
Turn bulb holder C counter-clockwise using
the grip under the headlamp casing and
remove it downwards with bulb. X
Turn defective bulb counter-clockwise and
remove it from bulb holder C .X
Insert new bulb into bulb holder C . X
Insert bulb holder C , turn it clockwise and
lock. X
Replace the cover in the front wheel housing
( Y
page 118).
Removing and installing the cover in the
front wheel housing You must remove the cover of the front wheel
housing before you can change the front turn
signal lamp.
X
To remove: switch off the lights. X
Turn the front wheels inwards. X
Turn rotary knob C 180° outwards until it
stops using a suitable object.
Cover D is released. X
Fold cover D up. X
To install: insert cover D into the left, right
and two lower catches. X
Turn rotary knob C 180° inwards until it
stops using a suitable object.
Cover D is locked.118
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers

Activating/deactivating Dual-zone automatic climat e controlX
Press th e 0 rocke r switch up or down .
The indicator lamp abov e th e 0 rocke r
switch lights up or goe s out .
The synchronization function deactivates if th e
setting s for th e front-passenger side are
changed.
3-zone automatic climat e controlX
Activat e or deactivat e th e "Synchronization "
function usin g th e multimedia system
( Y
page 285).
The synchronization function is deactivated: R
if th e setting s for th e front-passenger side are
changed R
th e setting s for th e rear compartmen t are
changed
Defrosting the windshield
Gene ra l notesYou can use this function to defros t th e wind-
shield or to clear a fogged up windshield or fron t
side windows on th e inside.
Switc h off th e "Windshield defrosting " function
as soo n as th e windshield is clear again .
Switching the "Windshield def ros ting"
function on or offX
Turn th e SmartKey to position H in th e igni-
tion loc k ( Y
page 136).X
To switch on: press rocke r switch d on
th e fron t control uni t up or down .
The indicator lamp abov e th e d rocke r
switch lights up. The curren t climat e control
setting s are deactivated.
The climat e control system switches to th e
followin g functions:R
high airflow R
high temperature R
air distribution to th e windshield and fron t
side windows R
air-recirculation mod e off
i If necessary, th e "Cooling wit h air dehumid -
ification " function is activated. In this case, th e indicator lamp abov e th e Z rocke r
switch remain s switched off .X
To switch off : press rocke r switch d up or
down .
The indicator lamp abov e th e d rocke r
switch goes out . The previously selected set -
ting s are restored . Air-recirculation mod e
remain s deactivated.
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside X
Activat e th e "Cooling wit h air dehumidifica-
tion " function wit h th e Z rocke r switch .X
Switc h on automatic mod e usin g th e X
rocke r switch . X
If th e windows continu e to fog up, activat e th e
"Windshield defrosting " function usin g th e
d rocke r switch .
i You should only select this setting until th e
windshield is clear again .
Windows fogged up on the outside X
Activat e th e windshield wipers. X
Switc h on automatic mod e usin g th e X
rocke r switch .
i If you clean th e windows regularly, they do
no t fog up so quickly.
Rear wind ow def ros ter
Gene ra l notesThe rear window defroste r has a high curren t
draw . You should therefor e switch it off as soo n
as th e rear window is clear. Otherwise , th e rear
window defroste r switches off automatically
after several minutes.
If th e battery voltag e is to o low, th e rear window
defroste r may switch off .
Acti vating/deactivating X
Turn th e SmartKey to position H in th e igni-
tion loc k ( Y
page 136). X
Press rocke r switch l up or down .
The indicator lamp abov e rocke r switch l
lights up or goes out .130
Operating the climate control systems
Climate control

G WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
G WARNING
If the parking brake has not been fully
released when driving, the parking brake can: R
overheat and cause a fire R
lose its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release
the parking brake fully before driving off.
! Do not warm up the engine while stationary.
Pull away immediately. Avoid high engine
speeds and full throttle until the engine has
reached its operating temperature.
In vehicles with automatic transmission,
engage positions P and R only when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
Where possible, avoid spinning the drive
wheels when pulling away on slippery roads.
You could otherwise damage the drive train.
! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: at low engine oil
temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the max-
imum engine speed is restricted in order to
protect the engine. To protect the engine and
maintain smooth engine operation, avoid driv-
ing at full throttle when the engine is cold.
Hybrid vehicles: be sure to observe the notes
in the Supplement. Otherwise, you may not rec-
ognize dangers. Key positions
SmartKey
Z
To remove the SmartKey G
Power supply for some consumers, such as
the windshield wipers H
Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position I
To start the engine
i The SmartKey can be turned in the ignition
lock even if it is not the correct SmartKey for
the vehicle. The ignition is not switched on.
The engine cannot be started.
Start/Stop button
General notes When you insert the Start/Stop button into the
ignition lock, the system needs approximately
two seconds recognition time. You can then use
the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button several times in
succession corresponds to the different Smart-
Key positions in the ignition lock. This is only the
case if you are not depressing the brake pedal.
If you depress the brake pedal and press the
Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi-
ately.
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the Smart-
Key determines whether a valid SmartKey is in
the vehicle. This occurs, for example, when
starting the engine.136
Driving
Driving and parking

To start the vehicle without actively using the
SmartKey: R
the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the
ignition lock. R
the SmartKey must be in the vehicle. R
the vehicle must not be locked with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. ( Y
page 79)
Do not keep the SmartKey: R
with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone
or another SmartKey. R
with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil. R
inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case.
This can affect the functionality of the Smart-
Key.
If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey remote
control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a short time: R
you will not be able to switch on the ignition
with the Start/Stop button. R
you will no longer be able to start the engine
with the Start/Stop button until the vehicle is
unlocked again.
If you lock the vehicle centrally using the button
on the front door ( Y
page 84), you can continue
to start the engine with the Start/Stop button.
The engine can be switched off while the vehicle
is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/
Stop button for three seconds. This function
operates independently of the ECO start/stop
automatic engine switch-off function.
Key positions with the Start/Stop button
C
Start/Stop button
D
Ignition lock
As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. Warning and indicator lamps: see
( Y
page 268). If Start/Stop button C has not yet been
pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey
being removed from the ignition. X
To switch on the power supply: press
Start/Stop button C once.
The power supply is switched on. You can now
activate the windshield wipers, for example.
The power supply is switched off again if: R
the driver's door is opened and R
you press Start/Stop button C twice when in
this position X
To switch on the ignition: press Start/Stop
button C twice.
The ignition is switched on.
The ignition is switched off again if: R
you do not start the engine from this position
within 15 minutes R
you press Start/Stop button C once when in
this position
The power supply is switched off again if: R
the driver's door is opened and R
you press Start/Stop button C once when in
this position
Removing the Start/Stop button You can remove the Start/Stop button from the
ignition lock and start the vehicle as normal
using the SmartKey.
It is possible to switch between Start/Stop but-
ton mode and key operation only when the
transmission is in position ] .X
Remove Start/Stop button C from ignition
lock D .
You do not have to remove the Start/Stop but-
ton from the ignition lock when you leave the
vehicle. You should, however, always take the
SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle. As
long as the SmartKey is in the vehicle: R
the vehicle can be started using the Start/
Stop button R
the electrically powered equipment can be
operated Driving 137
Driving and parking Z

Engine compartment
Hood
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when
the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. Before
every trip, ensure that the hood is locked.
G WARNING
When opening and closing the hood, it may
suddenly fall into the closed position. There is
a risk of injury to persons within range of
movement of the hood.
Open and close the hood only when no one is
within its range of movement.
G WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
G WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment: R
switch off the ignition R
never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area R
remove jewelry and watches R
keep items of clothing and hair, for exam-
ple, away from moving parts
Hybrid vehicles: be sure to observe the notes
in the supplementary instructions. Otherwise,
you may not recognize dangers.
Opening the hood
G WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
When the hood is open and the windshield
wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by
the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
the ignition before opening the hood.
! Make sure that the windshield wipers are
not folded away from the windshield. You
could otherwise damage the windshield wip-
ers or the hood.
X
Make sure that the windshield wipers are
turned off. X
Pull release lever C on the hood.
The hood is released.318
Engine compartment
Maintenance and care

Care
General notes
! When cleaning your car, do not use: R
dry, coarse or hard cloths R
abrasive cleaning agents R
solvents R
cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces and films with hard
objects, e.g. rings or ice scrapers. Otherwise,
you may scratch or damage the surfaces and
films.
! Do not park your vehicle for a long period of
time directly after cleaning, particularly after
cleaning the wheel rim with wheel cleaner.
Wheel cleaner can lead to the increased cor-
rosion of the brake discs and pads. Therefore,
drive for a few minutes after cleaning. By
heating up the brakes, the brake discs and
pads dry. The vehicle can then be parked for a
long period of time.
H Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible man-
ner.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Washing the vehicle and cleaning the
paintwork
Automatic car wash
G WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
After the vehicle has been washed, brake
carefully while paying attention to the traffic
conditions until full braking power is restored.
! When Active Brake Assist, Distance Pilot
DISTRONIC or the HOLD function is activated,
the vehicle brakes automatically in certain
situations. To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate
these systems in the following or similar sit-
uations: R
when towing the vehicle R
in the car wash
! Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can
damage the paintwork or plastic parts.
! Make sure that: R
the side windows and sliding sunroof are
closed completely R
the blower is switched off R
the windshield wiper switch is in position

Do not open the driver's door when the
engine is switched off or at very low
speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission
position [ or ^ , the automatic transmis-
sion will automatically switch to park posi-
tion ] and block the wheels.
Observe the following to make sure that the
automatic transmission stays in neutral \\ :
Operating with the SmartKey and Start/Stop
button: X
Make sure that the ignition is switched on. X
Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. X
Depress and hold the brake pedal.
Operating with the Start/Stop button only: X
Engage park position ] .X
Release the brake pedal. X
Remove the Start/Stop button from ignition
lock ( Y
page 137).X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. X
Switch on the ignition. X
Depress and hold the brake pedal.
Operating with the SmartKey and Start/Stop
button: X
Shift to neutral \\ .X
Release the brake pedal. X
Release the electric parking brake, if neces-
sary. X
Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey
in the ignition lock.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it before
cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
After using an auto matic car wash, wipe off wax
from
the windshield and the wiper blades. This
will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises
caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each country. X
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight. X
Use a soft sponge to clean. X
Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. X
Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
tle jet of water. X
Do not point the water jet directly towards the
air inlet. X
Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
frequently. X
Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois. X
Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint-
work.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.
Power washers
G WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
! Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the equip-
ment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following: R
tires R
door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc. R
electrical components R
battery R
plug-type couplings R
lights R
seals R
trim R
ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components can
lead to leaks or failures.
! Vehicles with decorative foil: parts of your
vehicle are covered with decorative foil. Main-
tain a distance of at least 27.5 in (70 cm) Care 325
Maintenance and care Z