Fuel tank MERCEDES-BENZ GLK-Class 2011 X204 Owner's Manual

Summer openingsee Convenience opening feature
Sun visor ............................................ 215
Supplemental Restraint System see SRS
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 172
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) .......................19
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 65
T
Tachometer ........................................ 163
Tailgate Display message ............................ 192
Emergency unlocking .......................81
Limiting the opening angle ...............80
Tail lamp (display message) ............. 184
Taillight see Tail lamps
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 26
Technical data ................................... 292
GLK 350 ........................................ 299
GLK 350 4MATIC ........................... 300
Tires/wheels ................................. 287
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 223
Display message ............................ 177
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 223
Emergency call .............................. 220
Important safety notes ..................219
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............224
MB info call button ........................222
Remote vehicle locking ..................224
Roadside Assistance button ..........221
Self-test ......................................... 219
System .......................................... 219
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............223
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 170
Display message ............................ 193
Menu (on-board computer) ............169
Number from the phone book ........ 170
Redialing ........................................ 170
Rejecting/ending a call .................170
Telephone compartment .................. 207
Temperature Coolant .......................................... 162
Outside temperature ...................... 163
Setting ........................................... 121
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 65
Time (on-board computer) ................ 171
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....271
Checking manually ........................269
Display message ............................ 189
Maximum ....................................... 274
Notes ............................................. 267
Pressure loss warning ....................269
Recommended ............................... 266
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 271
Restarting ...................................... 273
Warning lamp ................................. 202
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................286
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................284
Bar (definition) ............................... 284
Characteristics .............................. 284
Checking ........................................ 265
Cleaning ......................................... 266
Definition of terms .........................284
Direction of rotation ......................278
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................287
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 283
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............284
Flat tire .......................................... 247
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 285
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 285
Guidelines to be observed .............265
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 285
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) .........................285
Increased vehicle weight due to
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Vanity mirror Sun visor ........................................ 215
Vehicle
Data acquisition ............................... 21
Emergency unlocking .......................77
Equipment ....................................... 17
Exterior view .................................... 24
Individual settings (on-board
computer) ...................................... 171
Loading .......................................... 274
Lowering ........................................ 252
Maintenance .................................... 18
Parking up ..................................... 144
Raising ........................................... 248
Reporting problems .........................20
Towing away .................................. 258
Tow-starting ................................... 258
Transporting .................................. 260
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 293
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 245
Video (DVD) ........................................ 169
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 169
VIN ...................................................... 293
W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 197
Brakes ........................................... 195
Check Engine ................................. 200
Coolant .......................................... 201
ESP ®
.............................................. 198
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 199
Fuel tank ........................................ 200
Overview .......................................... 27
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ...........46
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................41
Reserve fuel ................................... 200
Seat belt ........................................ 196
SRS ................................................ 199
Tire pressure monitor ....................202
Warranty ............................................ 292
Washer fluid reservoir Removing/attaching ......................110
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 252
Wheel chock ...................................... 248
Wheels Changing/replacing .......................280
Changing a wheel .......................... 247
Checking ........................................ 265
Cleaning ......................................... 238
Guidelines to be observed .............265
Mounting a wheel .......................... 250
Removing a wheel ..........................250
Tightening torque ........................... 252
Wheel size/tire size .......................287
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 178
Operation ......................................... 41
Windows
see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 239
Windshield Defrosting ...................................... 122
Windshield washer fluid (display
message) ............................................ 193
Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid .......................235
Notes ............................................. 299
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes ..................113
Replacing the wiper blades ....114, 115
Switching on/off ........................... 113
Troubleshooting ............................. 116
Winter operation ............................... 149
Winter tires M+S tires ....................................... 148
Wiper blades
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! To prevent ESP ®
from intervening, the
ignition must be switched off (SmartKey in
position 0 or 1) if:
R the parking brake is being tested on a
brake dynamometer.
R the vehicle is being towed with only one
axle raised (not permitted for vehicles
with 4MATIC).
The brake system could otherwise be
damaged.
Refueling
Important safety notes
GWarning
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your
health.
GWarning
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create
pressure in the system which could cause a
gas discharge. This could cause the gasoline
to spray back out when removing the fuel
pump nozzle, which could cause personal
injury.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel
system and engine.
! Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.
Notify a qualified specialist workshop and
have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
Gasoline
Fuel grade
! You should only refuel with unleaded
premium-grade gasoline as this avoids
damaging the catalytic converter.
If engine running problems are apparent,
have the cause checked immediately and
repaired. Excess unburned fuel can
otherwise enter the catalytic converter,
leading to overheating and possibly
causing a fire.
i Only refuel with unleaded premium-grade
gasoline with a specified minimum octane
number of 91 (average value of 96 RON/
86 MON).
Usually you will find information about the
fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find
the label on the gasoline pump, ask the gas
station staff.
You can find further information under
"Fuel" ( Y page 296), by consulting an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
visiting http://www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
Refueling
Fuel filler flap
The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked
automatically when you open or close the
vehicle with the SmartKey or using KEYLESS-
GO.
The position of the fuel filler flap is to the rear
on the right. The position of the fuel filler cap
is displayed in the instrument cluster 8.
The arrow next to the gas pump indicates the
side of the vehicle.
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:To open the fuel filler flap;To insert the fuel filler cap=Tire pressure table?Fuel type
Opening
XSwitch off the engine.
iWhen the engine is running and the fuel
filler flap is open, the ; engine
diagnostics warning lamp may light up.
For further information on warning and
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster,
see (Y page 200).
XRemove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
KEYLESS-GO: the driver's door is open.
This returns the ignition to position 0,
which corresponds to the SmartKey being
removed. The driver's door can be closed
again.
XPress the fuel filler flap in the direction of
arrow :.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
XOpen the fuel filler flap.XTurn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise
and remove it.
XInsert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap ;.
XCompletely insert the filler neck of the fuel
pump nozzle into the tank and refuel.
XOnly fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
Closing
XReplace the fuel filler cap and turn it
clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly
engages.
iClose the fuel filler flap before locking the
vehicle. A locking pin otherwise prevents
the fuel filler flap from closing after the
vehicle has been locked.
XClose the fuel filler flap.
Emergency fuel filler flap release
GWarning!
Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they
may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you
could injure yourself while releasing the fuel
filler flap.
The emergency release is located behind the
side trim panel in the cargo compartment.
XOpen the tailgate.XOpen the right-hand side trim panel
(Y page 112).
XPull emergency release :.
The fuel filler flap is unlocked.
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Problems with the fuel and fuel tankProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFuel is leaking from the
vehicle.GRisk of explosion or fire
The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective.
XTurn the key to position 0(Y page 129) in the ignition lock
immediately and remove it.XDo not restart the engine under any circumstances.XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.The fuel filler flap
cannot be opened.The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
or
The key batteries are discharged.XUnlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( Y page 71).XOpen the tailgate.XManually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release
( Y page 141).The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is
jammed.XManually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release
( Y page 141).XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.Parking
Important safety notes
GWarning!
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as grass, hay or
leaves can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system. These materials could be
ignited and cause a vehicle fire.
Vehicle movement may result in serious
personal injury or damage to the vehicle or
vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always do the
following before turning off the engine and
leaving the vehicle:
R Keep right foot on the brake pedal.
R Engage the parking brake.
R Shift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
R
Slowly release the brake pedal.
R When parked on an incline, always turn the
front wheels towards the road curb.
R Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 0 and remove the SmartKey from
the starter switch, or press the KEYLESS-
GO start/stop button.
R Take the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle when leaving.
Switching off the engine
Important safety notes
GWarning
Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle
has come to a complete stop. With the engine
not running, there is no power assistance for
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Trip menu
Standard displayXPress and hold the % button on the
steering wheel until the Trip menu with
odometer : and trip odometer ; is
shown.
Trip computer "From start" or "From
reset"
The values in the From Start submenu are
calculated from the start of a journey whilst
the values in the From Reset submenu are
calculated from the last time the submenu
was reset.
XPress = or ; on the steering wheel
to select the Trip menu.XPress 9 or : to select From Start
or From Reset .
Trip computer "After start" (example)
:Distance;Time=Average speed?Average fuel consumption
The From Start trip computer is reset
automatically when
R the ignition has been switched off for more
than 4 hours.
R 999 hours have been exceeded.
R 9999 miles have been exceeded.
The From Reset trip computer is
automatically reset if the trip exceeds
9999 hours or 99,999 miles.
You can select km or miles as the unit of
measurement for distance ( Y page 171).
Displaying the range and current fuel
consumptionXPress = or ; on the steering wheel
to select the Trip menu. XPress the 9 or : button to select
current fuel consumption and approximate
range.:Current fuel consumption;Approximate range
Approximate range ; is calculated
according to current driving style and the
amount of fuel in the tank. If there is only a
small amount of fuel left in the fuel tank, the
display shows a vehicle being refueled C
instead of range ;.
Digital speedometer
XPress = or ; on the steering wheel
to select the Trip menu. XPress 9 or : to select the digital
speedometer.166Menus and submenusOn-board computer and displays
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCThere is only a small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.8
Fuel Level LowThe fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.8
Gas Cap LooseThe fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCruise Control
InoperativeCruise control is faulty.
A warning tone also sounds.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Cruise Control
--- mphA condition for activating cruise control has not been met.
You attempted to save a speed of less than 20 mph (30 km/h).XIf the situation allows, drive faster than 20 mph ( 30 km/h) and
save the speed.XCheck the activation conditions for cruise control
( Y page 149).
Tires
GWarning
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may
lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up
and possibly a fire.
GWarning
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect
handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
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For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed
in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and
unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Engine
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions;
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running.There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system
R the fuel system
The emission limit values may have been exceeded and the engine
may be breaking in emergency mode.XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i In some states/provinces, you are required by law to visit a
qualified specialist workshop as soon as the Check Engine
warning lamp lights up. If necessary, check whether this is the
case in the state/province you are in.
8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp flashes
while the engine is
running.The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp lights up
while the engine is
running.The amount of fuel in the tank has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.200Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays
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your vehicle to be transported to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You may
be charged for services such as repair work
and/or towing. Further details are available
in your mbrace manual.
i If the indicator lamp in MB info call
button : flashes continuously and it was
not possible to establish a voice
connection to the Response Center, then
the mbrace system has failed to initiate a
Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the
corresponding cellular phone network is
not available). The Call Failed message
appears in the multifunction display.XTo end a call: press the ~ button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
XPress the corresponding button for ending
a phone call on the audio system or on
COMAND.
i Sign and Drive services 28
: you are not
charged for services such as jump-starting,
providing a few gallons of fuel for a fuel tank
that has been run dry or changing a flat tire
with the vehicle's own spare tire.
MB Info call button
XPress and hold MB info call button : for
more than two seconds.
A call to the Response Center is initiated.
MB info call button indicator lamp :flashes while the connection is being
established. The Connecting Call
message appears in the multifunction
display and COMAND is muted.
If a connection can be established, the Call
Connected message appears in the
multifunction display.
If a mobile phone network is available and
there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace
system transmits data to the Response
Center, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
R vehicle model
R vehicle color
i The audio system or COMAND display
shows that an mbrace call is active. You can
switch to the navigation menu by pressing
the NAVI button on COMAND during the
call. Spoken commands are not available.
A voice connection between the Response
Center and the vehicle occupants is
established. You can obtain information on
how to operate your vehicle's systems, on the
location of the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center, and on further products and
services offered by Mercedes-Benz USA.
Further details on the mbrace system can be
found under http://www.mbusa.com 29
.
Log in under "Owners Online".
i If the indicator lamp in MB info call
button : flashes continuously and no
voice connection to the Response Center
has been established, then the mbrace
system has failed to initiate an MB info call
(e.g. the corresponding mobile phone
network is not available). The Call
Failed message appears in the
multifunction display.
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After an accidentProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFuel is leaking from the
vehicle.
GRisk of explosion or fire
The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty.
XImmediately turn the key to position 0(Y page 129)in the ignition
lock and remove it.
XDo not restart the engine under any circumstances.XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.You are unable to
determine the extent of
the damage.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.You cannot detect any
damage.
XStart the engine as normal.The NECK-PRO head
restraints on the
driver's and front-
passenger seats have
been triggered.
Your vehicle has been involved in a rear-end collision.XReset the triggered NECK-PRO head restraints (Y page 50).Where will I find...?
First-aid kit
XOpen the tailgate.XRemove first-aid kit : from the parcel net.
iCheck the expiration date on the first-aid
kit at least once a year. Replace the
contents if necessary, and replace missing
contents.
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit can be found in the
stowage well under the cargo compartment
floor.
iVehicles without a spare wheel are not
equipped with the tools needed to change
a wheel when they leave the factory, e.g.
jack or lug wrench. Some tools for changing
a wheel are specific to the vehicle. To
obtain tools approved for your vehicle, visit
a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
XTo remove the cargo compartment
stowage trays: lift up the floor of the cargo
compartment (Y page 212).
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