flat tire MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 2016 Owners Manual

Brake assistance
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 242
Notes ............................................. 380
Brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 124
Display message ............................ 248
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 65
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 68
BAS .................................................. 66
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 380
Display message ............................ 236
EBD .................................................. 72
Hill start assist ............................... 153
HOLD function ............................... 193
Important safety notes .................. 177
Maintenance .................................. 178
Parking brake ................................ 173
Riding tips ...................................... 177
Warning lamp ................................. 268
Breakdown
Where will I find...? ........................ 322
see Flat tire
see Tow-starting
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 31
Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 219
C
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Car wash ........................................ 314
Carpets .......................................... 320
Display ........................................... 318
Exhaust pipe .................................. 318
Exterior lights ................................ 317
Gear or selector lever .................... 319
Interior ........................................... 318 Matte finish ................................... 316
Notes ............................................. 313
Paint .............................................. 315
Plastic trim .................................... 318
Power washer ................................ 315
Rear view camera .......................... 318
Roof lining ...................................... 320
Seat belt ........................................ 320
Seat cover ..................................... 319
Sensors ......................................... 317
Steering wheel ............................... 319
Trim pieces .................................... 319
Washing by hand ........................... 314
Wheels ........................................... 316
Windows ........................................ 316
Wiper blades .................................. 317
Wooden trim .................................. 319
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 284
Cargo compartment floor
Important safety notes .................. 287
Opening/closing ............................ 287
Stowage well (under) ..................... 287
Cargo net
Attaching ....................................... 286
Important safety information ......... 286
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 285
CD player (on-board computer) ........ 225
Center console
Lower section .................................. 36
Upper section .................................. 35
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 230
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 76
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps ................................... 124
Cornering light function ................. 123
High-beam headlamps ................... 123
Low-beam headlamps .................... 123
Rear fog lamp ................................ 124
Turn signals (front) ......................... 123
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 124
Child
Restraint system .............................. 59
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 63
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 606
Index

Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................ .5 8
Emergency braking
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 84
Vehicle ............................................ .8 4
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ........................................ .5 6
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 89
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp .......... .2 75
Display message ............................ 251
ECO start/stop function ................ 153
Engine number ............................... 377
Irregular running ............................ 156
Jump-starting ................................. 331
Starting (important safety notes) ... 151
Starting problems .......................... 156
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 151
Starting with the Start/Stop but-
ton ................................................. 152
Switching off .................................. 172
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 337
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 156
Engine oil
Adding .......................................... .3 10
Additives ........................................ 380
Checking the oil level ..................... 309
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 310
Display message ............................ 252
Filling capacity ............................... 380
Notes about oil grades ................... 379
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 309
Temperature (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. .2 31
Viscosity .............. .......................... 380
E ng
ine, starting
see Starting (engine)
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 232
Characteristics ................................. 69
Deactivating/activating (button
in Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............. 70
Deactivating/activating (except
Mercedes ‑ AMG vehicles) ................. 70
Deactivating/activating (on-
board computer, except
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. .2 27
Display message ............................ 236
Function/notes ................................ 69
General notes .................................. 69
Important safety information ........... 69
Trailer stabilization ........................... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 271
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 69
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust check ................................... 175
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 318
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 317
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 109
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 110
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 110
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 109
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 110
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 112
Storing the parking position .......... 111
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 281
F
Filler cap
see Refueling
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 323
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 322
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 32410
Index

Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 361
Wear indicator (definition) ............ .3 62
Wheel and tire combination ........... 369
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 361
see Flat tire
Tool
see Vehicle tool kit
Top Tether ............................................ 61
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 337
Important safety notes .................. 333
Installing the towing eye ................ 334
Removing the towing eye .............. .3 35
Towing a trailer
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 72
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 333
Installing the towing eye ................ 334
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 336
Removing the towing eye .............. .3 35
Transporting the vehicle ................ 336
With both axles on the ground ....... 335
With front axle raised ..................... 335
Towing eye ......................................... 322
Traction system
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ..................... .1 59
Transporting the vehicle .................. 336
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 183
Driving downhill ............................ .1 83
Maximum gradient-climbing capa-
bility ............................................... 183
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) ................................................. .3 19
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .2 22
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 221
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 223 Trunk lid
see Tailgate
Trunk load (maximum) ..................... .3 83
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 123
Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 124
Display message ............................ 248
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Two-w ay radio
Frequenci es ................................... 374
Installation ..................................... 374
Transmission output (maximum) .... 374
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 84
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................ .8 4
Upshift indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...... .2 31
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ....... .2 90
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 26
Data acquisition ............................... 26
Display message ............................ 261
Equipment ....................................... 24
Individual settings .......................... 229
Limited Warranty ............................ .2 6
Loading .......................................... 351
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 85
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 76
Lowering ........................................ 366
Maintenance .................................... 24
Parking for a long period ................ 174
Pulling away ................................... 152
Raising ........................................... 364
Reporting problems ......................... 26
Securing from rolling away ............ 364
Transporting .................................. 336
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 84
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 76
Vehicle data ................................... 38320
Index

However, it does not protect the chest or
arms.
In the event of a side impact, the window cur-
tain air bag is deployed on the side on which
the impact occurs.
If the system determines that they can offer
additional protection to that provided by the
seat belt, a window curtain air bag may be
deployed in other accident situations
( Y
page 56).
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Introduction The Occupant Classification System (OCS)
categorizes the person in the front-passenger
seat. Depending on that result, the front-
passenger front air bag and front-passenger
knee bag are either enabled or deactivated.
The system does not disable: R
the side impact air bag R
the window curtain air bag R
the Emergency Tensioning Devices
Prerequisites
To be classified correctly, the front passenger
must sit: R
with the seat belt fastened correctly R
in an almost upright position with their
back against the seat backrest R
with their feet resting on the floor, if possi-
ble
If the front passenger does not observe these
conditions, OCS may produce a false classi-
fication, e.g. because the front passenger: R
transfers their weight by supporting them-
selves on a vehicle armrest R
sits in such a way that their weight is raised
from the seat cushion
If it is absolutely necessary to install a child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat,
be sure to observe the correct positioning of the child restraint system. Never place
objects under or behind the child restraint
system, e.g. cushions. The entire base of the
child restraint system must always rest on the
seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The
backrest of the forward-facing child restraint
system must lie as flat as possible against the
backrest of the front-passenger seat.
The child restraint system must not touch the
roof or be subjected to a load by the head
restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat back-
rest and the head restraint position accord-
ingly.
Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function
correctly. Always observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instruc-
tions.
Operation of Occupant Classification
System (OCS)
C
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp D
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
The indicator lamps inform you whether the
front-passenger front air bag is deactivated or
enabled. X
Press the Start/Stop button once or twice,
or turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock.
The system carries out self-diagnostics.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps
must light up simultaneously for approx-
imately six second s.Occu pant safety 51
Safety Z

Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( Y
page 53).
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator
lamp lights up and
remains lit, even
though the front-
passenger seat is occu-
pied by an adult or a
person of a stature cor-
responding to that of an
adult. The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is
incorrect. X
Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the per-
son on the front-passenger seat are met ( Y
page 51).X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the
front-passenger seat may not be used. X
Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator
lamp does not light up
and/or does not stay
on.
The front-passenger
seat is: R
unoccupied R
occupied with the
weight of a child up
to twelve months old
in a child restraint
system OCS is malfunctioning. X
Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the
child seat. X
Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests
on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of
the forward-facing child restraint system must lie as flat as pos-
sible against the backrest of the front-passenger seat. If nec-
essary, adjust the position of the front-passenger seat. X
Make sure that the seat cushion length is fully retracted. X
When installing the child restraint system, make sure that the
seat belt is tight. Do not pull the seat belt tight using the front-
passenger seat adjustment. This could result in the seat belt and
the child restraint system being pulled too tightly. X
Check for correct installation of the child restraint system.
Make sure that the head restraint does not apply a load to the
child restraint system. If necessary, adjust the head restraint
accordingly. X
Make sure that no objects are applying additional weight onto
the seat. X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains off and/
or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp lights up, do not
install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat. It is
recommended that you install the child restraint system on a
suitable rear seat. X
Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Occupant safety 55
Safety Z

is the front-passenger front air bag deactiva-
ted.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions.
Forward-facing child restraint system If it is absolutely necessary to install a
forward-facing child restraint system on the
front-passenger seat, always move the front-
passenger seat as far back as possible. Fully
retract the seat cushion length. The entire
base of the child restraint system must
always rest on the seat cushion of the front-
passenger seat. The backrest of the child
restraint system must lie as flat as possible
against the backrest of the front-passenger
seat. The child restraint system must not
touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the
head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat
backrest and the head restraint position
accordingly. Always make sure that the shoul-
der belt strap is correctly routed from the
vehicle belt outlet to the shoulder belt guide
on the child restraint system. The shoulder
belt strap must be routed forwards and down-
wards from the vehicle belt outlet. If neces-
sary, adjust the vehicle belt outlet and the
front-passenger seat accordingly.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions. Child-proof locks
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If children are traveling in the vehicle, they
could: R
open doors, thus endangering other people
or road users R
exit the vehicle and be caught by oncoming
traffic R
operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always activate the child-proof locks and
override feature if children are traveling in the
vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take
the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Override feature for: R
the rear doors ( Y
page 64) R
the rear side windows ( Y
page 64)
G WARNING
If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi-
cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: R
release the parking brake. R
shift the automatic transmission out of the
parking position P . R
start the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equip-
ment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
G WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.Children in the vehicle 63
Safety Z

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 you operate mobile communication equip-
ment while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the vehicle
is stationary.
Observe the legal requirements for the coun-
try in which you are driving. Some jurisdic-
tions prohibit the driver from using a mobile
phone while driving a vehicle.
If you make a call while driving, always use
hands-free mode. Only operate the telephone
when the traffic situation permits. If you are
unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop
before operating the telephone.
Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), the vehicle covers
a distance of 44 ft (approximately 14 m) per
second.
Drive sensibly – save fuel
Observe the following tips to save fuel: R
The tires should always be inflated to the
recommended tire pressure. R
Remove unnecessary loads. R
Remove roof racks when they are not nee-
ded. R
Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. R
Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. R
Have all maintenance work carried out as
indicated by the service intervals in the
Maintenance Booklet or by the service
interval display.
Fuel consumption also increases when driv-
ing in cold weather, in stop-start traffic and in
hilly terrain. Drinking and driving
G WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can
affect your reflexes, perceptions and judg-
ment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent is greatly increased when you drink or
take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak-
ing drugs.
Emission control
G WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
Certain engine systems are designed to keep
the level of poisonous components in exhaust
fumes within legal limits.
These systems only work at peak efficiency if
they are serviced exactly in accordance with
the manufacturer's specifications. Always
have work on the engine carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-
Benz recommends that you use an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In
particular, work relevant to safety or on
safety-related systems must be carried out at
a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine settings must not be changed
under any circumstances. Furthermore, all
specific service work must be carried out at
regular intervals and in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details
can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. Driving tips 175
Driving and parking Z

X
Press button C again so that indicator
lamp D goes out.
You have selected Comfort mode.
The AMG Suspension System COMFORT
message appears in the multifunction dis-
play.
4MATIC
! Never tow the vehicle with one axle
raised. This may damage the differential.
Damage of this sort is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All
wheels must remain either on the ground or
be fully raised. Observe the instructions for
towing the vehicle with all wheels in full
contact with the ground.
4MATIC, together with ESP ®
, improves the
traction of your vehicle whenever a drive
wheel spins due to insufficient grip.
If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC
can neither reduce the risk of accident nor
override the laws of physics. 4MATIC cannot
take account of road, weather and traffic con-
ditions. 4MATIC is only an aid. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good
time and for staying in your lane.
If a drive wheel spins due to insufficient grip: R
Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as
necessary when pulling away. R
Accelerate less when driving.
i In wintry driving conditions, the maximum
effect of 4MATIC can only be achieved if
you use winter tires (M +S tires), with snow
chains if necessary.
DSR
General notes
i DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) is only
available for vehicles with the Off-Road
Engineering package. DSR is an aid to assist you when driving down-
hill. It keeps the speed of travel at the speed
selected on the on-board computer. The
steeper the downhill gradient, the greater the
DSR braking effect on the vehicle. When driv-
ing on flat stretches of road or on an uphill
gradient, the DSR braking effect is minimal or
nonexistent.
DSR controls the vehicle’s speed when it is
activated and the transmission is in position
D , R or N . You can drive at a higher or a lower
speed than that set on the on-board computer
at any time by accelerating or braking.
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If the speed driven and the set speed deviate
and you activate DSR on a slippery road sur-
face, the wheels may lose traction. There is an
increased danger of skidding and accidents.
Before switching DSR on, please take into
consideration the road surface and the differ-
ence between driving speed and the set
speed.
If you fail to adapt your driving style, DSR can
neither reduce the risk of accident nor over-
ride the laws of physics. DSR cannot take
account of road, weather and traffic condi-
tions. DSR is only an aid. You are responsible
for the distance to the vehicle in front, for
vehicle speed, for braking in good time and for
staying in your lane.
You are always responsible for keeping con-
trol of the vehicle and for assessing whether
the downhill gradient can be managed. DSR
may not always be able to keep to the set
speed, depending on road surface and tire
conditions. Select a set speed suitable for the
prevailing conditions and when necessary,
apply the brakes manually.
Further information about "Driving off-road"
( Y
page 180).Driving systems 197
Driving and parking Z

Tires Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
Check Tire Pres‐
sure Soon Canada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant
loss in pressure.
A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes: R
you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or instal-
led new wheels and tires. R
the tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped
G WARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: R
they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed
increase. R
they may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly
impair tire traction. R
the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may
be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident. X
Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so. X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y
page 171).X
Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tire ( Y
page 322). X
Check the tire pressures and, if necessary, correct the tire pres-
sure. X
Restart the tire pressure loss warning system when the tire
pressure is correct ( Y
page 347).
Check Tire Pres‐
sure Then Restart
Run Flat Indicator Canada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system generated a display mes-
sage and has not been restarted since. X
Set the correct tire pressure in all four tires. X
Restart the tire pressure loss warning system ( Y
page 347).
Run Flat Indicator
Inoperative Canada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system is faulty. X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.258
Displa y messages
On-board computer and displays

Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
Please Correc t
Tir e Pressure US A only:
The tire pressur e is to o low in at leas t on e of th e tires , or th e tire
pressur e difference between th e wheels is to o great.X
Chec k th e tire pressures at th e next opportunity ( Y
page 348).X
If necessary, correc t th e tire pressure.X
Restart th e tire pressur e monitor ( Y
page 350).
Check Tires US A only:
The tire pressur e in on e or mor e tires has dropped significantly.
The whee l position appears in th e multifunction display.
A warnin g tone also sounds.
G WARNIN G
Tir e pressures that are to o low pos e th e following hazards :R
they may burst, especially as th e load and vehicl e speed
increase . R
they may wear excessivel y and/o r unevenly, whic h may greatl y
impair tire traction .R
th e drivin g characteristics , as well as steerin g and braking, may
be greatl y impaired.
There is a ris k of an accident. X
Stop th e vehicl e without makin g any sudden steerin g or brakin g
maneuvers . Pay attention to th e traffic condition s as you do so.X
Secur e th e vehicl e against rollin g away ( Y
page 171).X
Chec k th e tires and , if necessary, follow th e instruction s fo r a
flat tire ( Y
page 322). X
Chec k th e tire pressur e ( Y
page 348).X
If necessary, correc t th e tire pressure.Display messages 25 9
On-board computer and displays Z