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Electronic Traction Systemsee ETS/4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 260
Flat tire .......................................... 312
Hazard warning flasher ....................90
Roadside Assistance ................ 20, 203
Towing the vehicle .........................321
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 201
Telephone ...................................... 161
Emergency operations
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 205
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......204
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 249
Information label ............................ 329
System warranties ...........................19
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............212
Cleaning ......................................... 253
Compartment ................................ 214
Malfunction indicator lamp ............295
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 279
Number .......................................... 329
Starting ............................................ 98
Turning off ..................................... 102
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 216
Additives ........................................ 336
Checking level ............................... 215
Consumption ................................. 215
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 282
Oil dipstick ..................................... 215
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 335
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 61
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 62Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 271, 272, 274
Trailer stabilization ........................... 63
Warning lamp ................................. 293
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 51
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 62
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 185
Power windows ................................ 95
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 87
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 84
Fold-in function ................................ 86
Parking position ............................... 85
Power-folding ................................... 85
Switching fold-in function on or
off .................................................. 124
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 49
First aid kit ......................................... 260
Flat tire ............................................... 312
Lowering the vehicle ......................317
Mounting the spare wheel .............312
Preparing the vehicle .....................312
Spare wheel ........................... 312, 333
Floormats ........................................... 209
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid .........334
Brake fluid ..................................... 334
Capacities ...................................... 334
Engine coolant ............................... 334
Engine oil ....................................... 334
Power steering fluid .......................334
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 335
Fog lamps ............................................. 89
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 283, 285
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ........................................ 86
Four-wheel drive see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
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NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ......................................... 51
Rear seat head restraints ................. 80
Height adjustment
Seat belt outlet ................................ 50
Seats ............................................... 78
High-beam flasher ............................... 90
High-beam headlamps ................ 90, 304
Replacing bulbs ............................. 304
Hill-start assist system ..................... 171
Hood ................................................... 214
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 277
Hooks ................................................. 189
Horn ...................................................... 27
Hydroplaning ..................................... 246
I
Identification labels .......................... 328
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 329
Ignition ........................................... 76, 99
Immobilizer .......................................... 63
Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Inside door handle .............................. 70
Instrument cluster ...................... 28, 108
Illumination .................................... 109
Lamps ............................................ 288
Multifunction display .....................112
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting
Delayed shut-off ............................ 123
Emergency lighting ..........................92
Front ................................................ 92
Front reading lamps .........................92
Rear ................................................. 92
Rear reading lamps ..........................92
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 84
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 84
Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping ............................. 93
Rain sensor ...................................... 93
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) see Children in the vehicle
J
Jack ..................................................... 261
Jump starting ..................................... 319
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 69
Replacing ......................................... 70
Unlocking/locking manually ..........299
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp ..........................69
Checking batteries ...........................69
Factory setting ........................... 67, 69
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 69
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 67
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 69
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 67
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO .....68
Locking/unlocking ........................... 66
Loss of ............................................. 69
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 277
Opening and closing the
panorama roof ................................. 97
Opening and closing the windows .... 97
Remote control ................................ 66
Replacing ......................................... 70
Replacing batteries ........................302
Restoring to factory setting .......67, 69
Selective setting ........................67, 69
Starter switch positions ...................76
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ...................76
Kickdown ........................................... 105
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 240
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Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 45, 297
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........42, 298
Infant and child restraint systems .... 54
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 57
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Seat belts .................................. 39, 47
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 42
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 113
Oil, oil level see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 107
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 254
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 252
Paintwork code ................................. 329
Panic alarm .......................................... 59
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ...................................... 185
Cleaning ......................................... 255
Operation ....................................... 185
Roller sunblinds ............................. 184
Synchronizing ................................ 186
Parcel nets ......................................... 188
Parking ............................................... 101
Parktronic system ..........................172
Parking brake .................................... 102
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 272
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................85
Transmission position ....................104
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ...............254
Malfunction .................................... 174
Minimum distance .........................173
Sensor range ................................. 172
Switching on/off ........................... 174
System sensors ............................. 172
Warning indicators .........................173
Parts service ...................................... 328
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(Canada only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(USA only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 244
Phone see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 256
Power assistance .............................. 244
Power outlets .................................... 197
Power seats see Seats
Power steering
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 279
Power tailgate
Closing ............................................. 72
Opening ........................................... 72
Power washer .................................... 252
Power windows ................................... 95
Cleaning ......................................... 255
Operation ......................................... 95
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 58
Synchronizing .................................. 96
Practical hints ................................... 260
Problems
While driving .................................. 101
With vehicle ..................................... 22
With wipers ...................................... 95
Product information ............................ 19
Production options weight ............... 240
Program mode selector switch
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Proximity keysee Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 240
R
Radio .................................................. 136
Satellite radio ................................ 140
Selecting stations ..........................115
Radio transmitters ............................ 249
Rain sensor see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 334
Rear center console ashtray see Ashtrays
Rear center seat belt
Unblocking ....................................... 50
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 58
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 58
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear view camera .............................. 174
Cleaning the camera lens ..............254
Rear window defroster ..................... 184
Rear window wiper/washer ............... 94
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 219, 240
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 336
Refueling ............................................ 212
Regular checks .................................. 213
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 205
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 204
Replacing
Key .................................................. 70
Replacing bulbs ................................. 303
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 282
Warning lamp ................................. 294
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Rims ........................................... 241, 331
Roadside Assistance ................... 20, 203
Roller sunblinds ................................. 184
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 337
Roof rack ............................................ 188
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 256
S
Safety
Driving safety systems .....................59
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Satellite radio .................................... 140
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 51
Seat belts ............................................. 47
Children in the vehicle .....................53
Cleaning ......................................... 256
Fastening ......................................... 49
Height adjustment ...........................50
Proper use of ................................... 48
Rear center seat .............................. 50
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Safety notes ..................................... 47
Telltale ........................................... 292
Seat heating ......................................... 81
Seating capacity ................................ 228
Seats ..................................................... 78
Adjusting ......................................... 33
Adjustment ...................................... 78
Easy-entry/exit feature ....................83
Heating ............................................ 81
Memory function .............................. 86
Rear seat bench ............................. 189
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 188
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
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Load limit ....................................... 228
Roof rack ....................................... 188
Split rear seat bench .....................189
Terminology ................................... 239
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 241
Vehicle specification
GLK 350 ........................................ 330
GLK 350 4MATIC ........................... 330
Vehicle status message memory .... 118
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 260
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
W
Warning sounds
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt .....50
Parking brake ................................ 272
Parktronic system ..........................174
Seat belt telltale ............................ 292
Warranty coverage ............................ 328
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 339
Washer fluid
Mixing ratio .................................... 339
Refilling .......................................... 217
Washing the vehicle .......................... 251
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 234
Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 312
Removing ....................................... 314
Spare ............................................. 312
Tightening torque ........................... 317
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 331
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 218
Window curtain air bags ..................... 41
Windows see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 255
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 255
Defogging ...................................... 182
Washer fluid ................................... 339
Wipers ............................................. 93
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades ..................310
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 243
Snow chains .................................. 242
Tires ............................................... 241
Winter tires ................................ 241, 331
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Exterior view
iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
FunctionPage:Tailgate71Power tailgate72Locking and unlocking66Unlocking and opening
manually300
;Rear window defroster184=Rear lamps303?Doors:Locking and unlocking66Unlocking/locking
manually299
AWipers93Wiper blades, replacing310Wiper blades, cleaning255BWindshield:FunctionPageWiping with washer fluid93Cleaning255CPanorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel184
DExterior rear view mirrors84EHood214FFront lamps303GHeadlamp cleaning system91HFront towing eye322ITires and wheels218Rims and tires331JFuel filler flap212KRear towing eye32226Exterior viewAt a glance
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FunctionPageDDual-zone automatic
climate control177
Rear window defroster184ESeat heating, driver’s side81Overhead control panelFunctionPage:Rear interior lighting on/off92;Interior lighting control92=Right reading lamp on/off92?Roof panel switch185AInformation button (Tele
Aid system)203
BSOS button (Tele Aid
system)202
CInterior rear view mirror84DIntegrated electronic
compass199
EGarage door opener 205FHands-free microphone for
Tele Aid (emergency call
system), telephone and
Voice Control System3
3The Voice Control System is only available with the COMAND system. Refer to separate operatinginstructions.
32Overhead control panelAt a glance
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Vehicle equipment ..............................66
Locking and unlocking .......................66
Starter switch positions .....................76
Seats ....................................................78
Multifunction steering wheel .............82
Mirrors .................................................83
Memory function .................................86
Lighting ................................................87
Wipers ..................................................93
Power windows ...................................95
Driving and parking ............................98
Automatic transmission ...................103
Transfer case ....................................108
Instrument cluster ............................108
Control system ..................................110
Audio system ....................................125
Driving systems ................................168
Climate control system ....................177
Rear window defroster .....................184
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ......................................184
Loading and storing ..........................187
Useful features .................................195
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XHave the SmartKey deactivated by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
XReport the loss of the SmartKey or the
mechanical key to your car insurance
company immediately.
XHave the mechanical lock replaced if
necessary.
Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be
glad to supply you with a replacement. For
information on replacing the SmartKey, see
“Replacing the SmartKey” (Y page 70).
Replacing the SmartKey
Only you, or someone authorized by you can
order a replacement key from any Mercedes-
Benz Center. In order to do so, the Mercedes-
Benz Center will require proof of identity and
vehicle ownership with original documents,
including the following:
If you are the current owner of the vehicle:
Rthe vehicle’s current state registration
Ra current identity card, passport, or drivers
license
If you are an authorized person:
Rthe vehicle’s current state registration
Ra current identity card, passport, or drivers
license for the authorized individual
Rsigned and dated authorization from the
owner of the vehicle for which the key is
being requested
iDuplicated or photocopied
documentation will not be accepted.
Activating the key
Once you, or an authorized person, has
provided the appropriate documents, the
Mercedes-Benz Center will need to
synchronize the key to your vehicle before it
can be used. In order to do so, the Mercedes-
Benz Center need access to your vehicle.
Opening the doors from the inside
You can open a door from the inside even
when it is locked unless it is secured with the
child safety lock (Y page 58).
Open door only when conditions are safe to
do so.
Example illustration driver’s door
If the vehicle has previously been locked with
the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, opening
a door from the inside will trigger the anti-
theft alarm system.
To cancel the alarm, see (Y page 64).
XFront doors: Pull on inside door
handle ; on the respective front door.
If the door was locked, locking knob : will
move up.
XRear doors: Pull up locking knob on the
respective rear door to unlock door.
XPull on the inside door handle on the
respective rear door.
Automatic central locking
The doors and the tailgate lock automatically
when the vehicle is set into motion.
You can open a locked front door from the
inside. Open door only when conditions are
safe to do so.
The doors are designed to unlock
automatically after an accident if the force of
the impact exceeds a preset threshold.
The vehicle locks automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels are
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Summer opening feature
When the weather is warm, you can ventilate
the vehicle before driving off by
simultaneously
R opening the door windows
R opening the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel and roller sunblinds
The summer opening feature can only be
activated via the remote control of the
SmartKey. The SmartKey must be in close
proximity to the driver’s outside door handle.XAim the transmitter eye of the SmartKey at
the driver’s outside door handle.
Vehicles without panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
XPress and hold button % on the
SmartKey until the windows have reached
the desired position.
The vehicle unlocks.XRelease button % on the SmartKey to
interrupt the opening procedure.
Vehicles with panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
When roller sunblinds are extended:
XPress and hold button % on the
SmartKey.
The vehicle unlocks.
The windows open and the roller sunblinds
begin to retract after approximately
1 second.XWith the windows opened and the roller
sunblinds fully retracted, press and hold
button % on the SmartKey again.
The tilt/sliding panel opens.XRelease button % on the SmartKey to
interrupt the opening procedure.When roller sunblinds are retracted:XPress and hold button % on the
SmartKey.
The vehicle unlocks.
The windows and the tilt/sliding panel
opens after approximately 1 second.XRelease button % on the SmartKey to
interrupt the opening procedure.
Convenience closing feature
When locking the vehicle, you can
simultaneously close the door windows and
the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel.
Afterward, you can extend the roller
sunblinds of the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel.
GWarning!
When closing the door windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel,
make sure there is no danger of anyone being
harmed by the closing procedure.
If potential danger exists, proceed as follows:
R Release button & to stop the closing
procedure. To open, press and hold button
% . To continue the closing procedure
after making sure that there is no danger of
anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure, press and hold button &.
With SmartKey
The SmartKey must be in close proximity to
the driver’s outside door handle.
XAim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the
driver’s outside door handle.XPress and hold button & on the
SmartKey until the door windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel are closed completely.XRelease button & on the SmartKey to
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