2010 Mercedes GLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 264

262 X Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Attach reversible ratchet ; to jack : in such a way that the word UP can be seen. Storing the spare wheel after use If you wish to store the spare wheel after use, carry out the following steps. Otherwise, the spare wheel may not fit into the spare wheel well. Before placing the jack and the reversible ratchet back into the vehicle tool kit: X X Fully collapse the jack (storage position). Remove the reversible ratchet. ! Make sure the spare wheel is dry before storing it. X Spare wheel The spare wheel is located in the space underneath the cargo compartment floor. X Removing: Open the tailgate (Y page 71). X Lift the cargo compartment floor and secure it on the upper cargo compartment lip (Y page 194). G Observe Safety notes, see page 312. Practical hints Take the valve extractor from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 260). X Unscrew the valve cap from the valve of the collapsible tire. X Use the valve extractor to unscrew the valve insert from the valve. X Allow the air to escape. ! To prevent damage, always disengage the securing hook from upper cargo compartment lip and lower the cargo compartment floor before closing the tailgate. i It may take a few minutes for the collapsible tire to deflate completely. X Use the valve extractor to screw the valve insert back into the valve. X Screw the valve cap back onto the valve. X Place the valve extractor back into the vehicle tool kit. X Place spare wheel = into the spare wheel well (Y page 262). X Secure spare wheel = by turning retaining screw ; clockwise (Y page 262). Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Notes Warning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction display located in the instrument cluster. Certain warning and malfunction messages are accompanied by an audible signal. Address these messages accordingly and follow the additional instructions given in this Operator's Manual. High-priority messages appear in the multifunction display in red color. X Remove storage compartment : (Y page 260). X Remove retaining screw ; by turning it counterclockwise. X Remove spare wheel =. X Take the spare wheel bolts from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 260). For information on mounting the spare wheel, see "Flat tire" (Y page 312).