bulb MERCEDES-BENZ GLK-Class 2011 X204 Owner's Manual

Important safety guidelines
(SmartKey) ....................................... 72
Jump-starting ................................. 256
Replacing (SmartKey) ......................72
Safety notes .................................. 253
Belt
see Seat belts
Brake fluid
Notes ............................................. 298
Brake fluid level ................................ 236
Brake lamp (display message) ......... 184
Brakes ABS .................................................. 62
BAS .................................................. 62
Brake fluid (notes) .........................298
Display message ............................ 182
Important safety notes ..................145
Maintenance .................................. 146
Parking brake ........................ 143, 147
Warning lamp ................................. 195
Breakdown
see Accident (notes)
see Flat tire
Bulbs
Backup lamp .................................. 112
Brake lamp .................................... 112
High-beam headlamps ...................110
License plate lamp .........................113
Low-beam headlamps ....................110
Overview ........................................ 108
Parking lamps ................................ 111
Rear fog lamp ................................ 112
Replacing ....................................... 112
Standing lamps (front) ...................111
Tail lamp ........................................ 112
Turn signal lamp ............................ 112
Turn signals (front) ......................... 111
C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) .........20
California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees ....................18
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Capacities
see Technical data
Care
Carpets .......................................... 242
Car wash ........................................ 237
Display ........................................... 241
Gear or selector lever ....................241
Headlamps ..................................... 240
Notes ............................................. 237
Paint .............................................. 239
Plastic trim .................................... 241
Power washer ................................ 238
Rear view camera .......................... 240
Roof lining ...................................... 242
Seat belt ........................................ 242
Seat covers .................................... 242
Sensors ......................................... 240
Steering wheel ............................... 241
Tail pipes ....................................... 241
Trim strips ..................................... 241
Washing by hand ........................... 238
Wheels ........................................... 238
Windows ........................................ 239
Wiper blades .................................. 239
Wooden trim .................................. 241
Cargo compartment cover ............... 210
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 208
Cargo compartment floor Opening/closing ............................ 212
Stowage well (under) .....................212
Cargo net
Attaching ....................................... 211
Important safety information .........211
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 209
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 169
Center console ..................................... 29
Central locking Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 173
SmartKey ......................................... 68
Changing bulbs
Headlamps ..................................... 107
Changing gears .................................. 136
Changing the programming SmartKey ......................................... 71
Child-proof locks
Rear doors ....................................... 60Index5BA 204.9 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 6, en-USd2mwentsVersion: 3.0.3.62010-06-15T08:58:39+02:00 - Seite 5

Vehicle equipment ............................102
Exterior lighting ................................ 102
Interior lighting ................................. 106
Changing bulbs ................................. 107
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Rear-compartment overhead control panel
:p To switch the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
;p To switch the left-hand reading lamp
on/off
Interior lighting control
Important notes
In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from
discharging, the interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time
except for when the key is in position 2 in the
ignition lock.
Automatic interior lighting control
XTo switch on/off: press the | button.
When the automatic interior lighting
control is activated, the button is flush with
the overhead control panel.
The interior lighting automatically switches
on if you:
Runlock the vehicle
Ropen a door
Rremove the key from the ignition lock
The interior light is activated for a short while
when the key is removed from the ignition
lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off
using the on-board computer (Y page 173).
Manual interior lighting controlXTo switch the front interior lighting on/
off: press the c button.
XTo switch the rear interior lighting on/
off: press the v button.
XTo switch the reading lamps on/off:
press the p button.
Crash-responsive emergency lighting
If the interior lighting is set to automatic, the
interior lighting is activated automatically if
the vehicle is involved in an accident.
XTo switch off the crash-responsive
emergency lighting: press the hazard
warning lamp button.
or
XLock and then unlock the vehicle using the
key.
Changing bulbs
Important safety notes
Xenon bulbs
If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs,
you can recognize this by the following: the
cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves
from the top to the bottom and back again
when you start the engine. For this to be
observed, the lights must be switched on
before starting the engine.
GWarning!
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You could
get an electric shock and be seriously or even
fatally injured if you touch the electric
contacts on Xenon bulbs. Therefore, never
remove the cover from Xenon bulbs.
Do not change Xenon bulbs yourself, but have
them replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required.
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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.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Other bulbs
GWarning!
Bulbs and lamps can be very hot. You should
therefore allow them to cool down before you
change them. Otherwise, you could be burned
if you touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could damage the bulbs, for
example, and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may break or even explode and
injure you.
Halogen bulbs are pressurized and can
explode when you change them, particularly
if they are very hot. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed (Y page 108). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed 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.
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
You can change the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
Halogen headlamps
:Turn signal lamp/side marker lamp:
WY 5 W
;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=High-beam headlamp: H7 55 W?Parking lamp/standing lamp: W 5 WALow-beam headlamp: H7 55 W108Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers
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Bi-Xenon headlamps
:Turn signal lamp/side marker lamp:
WY 5 W
;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=Cornering lamp: H7 55 W?Parking lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W
Tail lamp with/without LED
:Tail lamp/brake lamp: P 21 W;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=Backup lamp: P 21 W or W 16 W10?Tail lamp/rear fog lamp: P 21 WASide marker lamp: W 3 W
License plate lamp
:License plate lamp: W 5 W
Changing the front bulbs
Removing/installing the cover on top of
the headlamp
You must remove the headlamp cover in the
engine compartment before you can replace
the bulbs in the headlamp.
XTo remove: press retaining clip : in the
direction of the arrow.
XPull cover ; forward underneath
cover = and remove.
XTo install: slide cover ; under cover =.
Connect the two covers by inserting the
tongue into the groove.
XPress cover ; until retaining clip :
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Loosening/tightening the washer fluid
reservoir
You must remove the washer fluid reservoir
from the engine compartment before you can
replace the bulbs in the left-hand headlamp.
XTo detach: turn catch ; counter-
clockwise.
XSwing washer fluid reservoir : far enough
to the side to allow the bulbs of the
headlamp to be replaced.
XTo attach: swing back washer fluid
reservoir :.
XTurn catch ; clockwise.
Low-beam headlamp (halogen
headlamp)
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn housing cover : counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
XPull connector ; from bulb ?.XDetach retaining spring = downwards.XPull out bulb ?.XInsert the new bulb.XAttach retaining spring =.XAttach connector ; to bulb ?.XPlace housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
High-beam headlamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn housing cover : counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
XPress the handle of bulb holder ; in the
direction of the arrow until bulb holder ;
is released.
XTake out the handle with bulb holder ;.XTake the bulb out of bulb holder ;.110Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers
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XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
Lug = of the bulb must be pointing
upward.
XInsert bulb holder ;.XPush the handle of bulb holder ; in the
opposite direction from the arrow until
holder ; engages.
XAlign housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Standing lamps/parking lamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn housing cover : counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
XPull out bulb holder ;.XTake the bulb out of bulb holder ;.XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.XInsert bulb holder ;.XAlign housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Turn signal lamps/side marker lamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn bulb holder : or ; counter-
clockwise and pull it out.
XWY 5 W (turn signals and side marker
lamps): pull the bulb out of bulb holder :.
XPY 21 W (turn signals): turn the bulb
counter-clockwise, applying slight
pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder ;.
XWY 5 W (turn signals and side marker
lamps): insert the new bulb into bulb
holder :.
XPY 21 W: insert the new bulb into bulb
holder ; and turn it clockwise while
applying slight pressure.
XInsert bulb holder : or ; and turn it
clockwise.
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XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Changing the rear bulbs
Opening/closing the side trim
You must open the side trim panel in the
cargo compartment before you can change
the bulbs in the tail lamps.
Left-hand side trim panel
Right-hand side trim panel
XTo open: turn release knob : 90° in the
direction of the arrow and remove side trim
panel ;.
XTo close: insert side trim panel ; and turn
release knob : 90° in the opposite
direction to the arrow.
Tail lampXSwitch off the lights.XOpen the cargo compartment.XOpen the side trim panel (Y page 112).XPull out connector ;.XPress retaining lugs : simultaneously in
the direction of the arrow and pull the bulb
holder out.
Bulb holder without LED turn signal lamp
=Tail lamp/braking lamp ?Turn signals ABackup lamp BRear fog lamp/tail lamp CSide marker lampXLightly press the corresponding bulb into
the holder, turn it counter-clockwise and
remove it from the bulb holder.
XInsert the corresponding new bulb into the
bulb holder and turn it clockwise.
XAttach the bulb holder and press firmly.
The retaining lugs on the bulb holder
engage audibly.
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XInsert the connector.XClose the side trim panel (Y page 112).
License plate lamp
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the tailgate.XPress lug ; of license plate lamp : in the
direction of the arrow and remove license
plate lamp lens :.
XRemove license plate lamp lens :.XReplace the bulb.XInsert license plate lamp lens : and press
it in until it engages.
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes
GWarning!
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windows will not be wiped
properly. As a result, you may not be able to
observe surrounding traffic conditions and
could cause an accident.
! Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield/rear
window can scratch the glass if wiping
takes place when the windshield/rear
window is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
! If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windscreen after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, wax or
other residues may be the reason for this.
Clean the windshield using washer fluid
after washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash.
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
Combination switch
1$ Windshield wipers off2Ä Intermittent wipe, low113Å Intermittent wipe, high124° Continuous wipe, slow5¯ Continuous wipe, fastBí Single wipe/ î to wipe the
windshield using washer fluid
XSwitch the ignition on.XTurn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
iWhen you stop the vehicle, the wipers
wipe more slowly.
11Rain sensor set to low sensitivity.12Rain sensor set to high sensitivity.
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GWarning
Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have
your brake system checked immediately.
Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be
seriously burned.
Lights
i Display messages concerning LEDs:
This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed.
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutionsb
Check Left
Corner'g Lite
or
Right Corner'g LiteThe left or right-hand cornering light is faulty. XCheck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself
( Y page 107).
or
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.b
Check Left Low Beam
or
Check Right Low
BeamThe left or right-hand low-beam headlamp is faulty. XCheck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself
( Y page 107).
or
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.b
Chk. Trailer Lt
Tail Lamp
or
Chk. Trailer Rt
Tail LampThe left or right-hand trailer tail light is faulty.XCheck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself.
or
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.b
Check Trailer Lt.
Turn Sig.
or
Chk. Trailer Rt
Turn Sig.The left or right-hand trailer turn signal lamp is faulty.XCheck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself.
or
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.b
Chk. Trailer Brake
LampThe trailer brake lamp is faulty.XCheck whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself.
or
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