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324 Towing the vehicle remove SmartKey from starter switch and reinsert. G Warning! When towing the vehicle with one axle raised, the wheels on the ground have to move freely. Therefore follow the respective steps below, after the front or the rear axle being raised: With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. X Towing with the front axle raised X Make sure the ignition is switched on. With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 90). X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Switch off the automatic central locking (Y page 124). X Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 90). Practical hints ! The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). i While being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use, use the combination switch in the usual manner to signal turns. Only the selected turn signal will operate. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning flasher will operate again. Towing with one axle raised ! The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground. ! Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the vehicle is being towed with one axle raised. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Towing with the rear axle raised X Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 90). X Take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle. Stranded vehicle Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the wheels are dug into sand or mud, should be done with the greatest of care, especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded.

Section	Page
Introduction	21
Product Information	21
Operator’s Manual	21
Notes	21
Vehicle equipment	21
Service and warranty information	21
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles	22
Maintenance	22
Roadside Assistance	22
Change of address or ownership	23
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada	23
Sport Utility Vehicle	23
Operating safety	24
Proper use of the vehicle	24
Problems with your vehicle	24
Reporting safety defects	25
Reporting safety defects	25
Vehicle data recording	25
Information regarding electronic recording devices	25
At a glance	28
Exterior view	28
Cockpit	29
Instrument cluster	30
Multifunction steering wheel	31
Center console	33
Lower part	33
Upper part	33
Overhead control panel	34
Driver’s door control panel and seat adjustment	35
Safety and security	38
Vehicle equipment	38
Occupant safety	38
Introduction	38
SRS indicator lamp	38
Air bags	39
Occupant Classification System	44
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system	47
Seat belts	49
NECK-PRO active front head restraints	53
Correct driver seat adjustment	54
Children in the vehicle	55
Panic alarm	61
Driving safety systems	61
Introduction	61
ABS	62
BAS	62
EBP	62
ESP®	63
Anti-theft systems	65
Immobilizer	65
Anti-theft alarm system	65
Canceling the alarm	66
Controls in detail	68
Vehicle equipment	68
Locking and unlocking	68
Notes	68
SmartKey	68
KEYLESS-GO	69
Checking SmartKey batteries	71
Loss of the SmartKey	71
Replacing the SmartKey	72
Opening the doors from the inside	72
Automatic central locking	72
Locking and unlocking from the inside	73
Tailgate	73
Power tailgate	74
Starter switch positions	78
SmartKey	78
KEYLESS-GO	78
Seats	80
Safety notes	80
Seat adjustment	81
Lumbar support	82
Rear seat head restraints	82
Seat heating	83
Multifunction steering wheel	84
Safety notes	84
Steering wheel adjustment, manual	84
Steering wheel adjustment, electrical	84
Easy-entry/exit feature	85
Mirrors	85
Notes	85
Interior rear view mirror	86
Exterior rear view mirrors	86
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors	86
Exterior rear view mirror parking position	87
Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors	87
Memory function	88
Notes	88
Storing positions into memory	89
Recalling positions from memory	89
Lighting	89
Notes	89
Exterior lamp switch	89
Combination switch	92
Hazard warning flasher	92
Headlamp cleaning system	93
Corner-illuminating lamps	93
Interior lighting in the front	94
Interior lighting in the rear	94
Wipers	95
Notes	95
Windshield wipers	95
Rear window wiper/washer	96
Problems with wipers	97
Power windows	97
Opening and closing	97
Synchronizing power windows	98
Summer opening feature	99
Convenience closing feature	99
Driving and parking	100
Safety notes	100
Starting the engine	100
Driving off	102
Problems while driving	103
Parking	103
Turning off the engine	104
Automatic transmission	105
Introduction	105
Gear selector lever	105
Shifting procedure	106
Transmission positions	106
Driving tips	107
Gear ranges	108
Automatic shift program	108
One-touch gearshifting	109
Emergency operation (limp-home mode)	110
Transfer case	110
Instrument cluster	110
Introduction	110
Activating the instrument cluster	111
Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination	111
Coolant temperature gauge	111
Tachometer	111
Outside temperature indicator	112
Fuel gauge	112
Control system	112
Introduction	112
Multifunction steering wheel	112
Multifunction display	114
Menus and submenus	115
Trip menu	115
Navi menu	117
Audio menu	117
Tel menu	119
Service menu	120
Settings menu	121
Audio system	127
Audio and telephone operation	127
Audio system overview	127
Operating safety	128
Audio system components	128
Menu	132
Operation	134
SYS menu	137
Radio operation	138
Satellite radio	142
CD and MP3 mode	148
Audio AUX mode	156
Telephone	157
Emergency calls “911”	163
Phone book	164
Call lists	166
Making calls	167
Functions during a single call	169
Driving systems	170
Introduction	170
Cruise control	170
Hill-start assist system	173
All-wheel drive (4MATIC)	173
Parktronic system (Parking Assist)	174
Rear view camera	176
Climate control system	179
Control panel	179
Notes on climate control system	180
Deactivating the climate control system	181
Air conditioning	181
Automatic mode	181
Setting temperature	182
Adjusting air vents	182
Adjusting air distribution	183
Adjusting air volume	184
Front defroster	184
Maximum cooling MAX COOL	184
Air recirculation mode	185
Using driver-side settings for passenger side	185
Rear window defroster	186
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel	186
Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds	186
Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel	187
Synchronizing	188
Loading and storing	189
Loading instructions	189
Roof rack	190
Parcel nets	190
Cargo tie-down rings	190
Hooks	191
Expanding cargo volume	191
Cargo compartment cover blind	192
Cargo net (Canada only)	193
Front storage compartments	194
Rear storage compartments	195
Useful features	197
Cup holders	197
Sun visors	197
Ashtrays	198
Cigarette lighter	199
Power outlets	199
Compass	201
Tele Aid	202
Garage door opener	207
Floormat (driver’s side)	211
Operation	214
Vehicle equipment	214
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)	214
At the gas station	214
Refueling	214
Check regularly and before a long trip	215
Engine compartment	216
Hood	216
Engine oil	217
Transmission fluid level	218
Coolant level	218
Washer system and headlamp cleaning system	219
Brake fluid level	219
Tires and wheels	220
Safety notes	220
Important guidelines	220
Recommended tire inflation pressure	221
Checking tire inflation pressure	223
Maximum tire inflation pressure	229
Loading the vehicle	229
Maximum tire load	233
Direction of rotation	233
Tire care and maintenance	234
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards	235
Rotating tires	236
Tire labeling	237
Load identification	240
DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)	240
Tire ply material	241
Tire and loading terminology	241
Winter driving	243
General information	243
Winter tires	243
Snow chains	244
Winter driving instructions	245
Driving instructions	245
Drive sensibly – save fuel	245
Drinking and driving	245
Pedals	246
Power assistance	246
Brakes	246
Driving off	247
Hydroplaning	248
Standing water	248
Trailer towing	248
Driving abroad	251
Control and operation of radio transmitters	251
Emission control	251
Maintenance	252
Notes	252
Maintenance service indicator message	252
Calling up the maintenance service indicator display	253
Resetting the maintenance service indicator	253
Vehicle care	253
Cleaning and care of the vehicle	253
Practical hints	262
Vehicle equipment	262
Where will I find ...?	262
First aid kit	262
Vehicle tool kit	262
Spare wheel	264
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display	264
Notes	264
Text messages	266
Symbol messages	272
What to do if …	290
Lamps in instrument cluster	290
Lamp in center console	299
Unlocking/locking manually	301
Unlocking the vehicle	301
Locking the vehicle	301
Unlocking and opening the tailgate	302
Manually unlocking the gear selector lever	303
Fuel filler flap	303
Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints	303
Replacing SmartKey batteries	304
Replacing bulbs	305
Safety notes	305
Bulbs	306
Replacing bulbs for front lamps	307
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps	310
Replacing wiper blades	312
Safety notes	312
Placing wiper arms in vertical position	312
Removing wiper blades	313
Installing wiper blades	313
Flat tire	314
Safety notes	314
Preparing the vehicle	314
Mounting the spare wheel	314
Battery	319
Safety notes	319
Charging the battery	321
Jump starting	321
Towing the vehicle	323
Safety notes	323
Installing towing eye bolt	324
Towing with all wheels on the ground	325
Towing with one axle raised	326
Stranded vehicle	326
Fuses	327
Introduction	327
Before replacing fuses	327
Fuse box in passenger compartment	327
Fuse box in engine compartment	328
Fuse box in cargo compartment	328
Technical data	330
Vehicle equipment	330
Parts service	330
Warranty coverage	330
Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet	330
Identification labels	330
Vehicle specification GLK 350 (204.956)	332
Vehicle specification GLK 350 4MATIC (204.987)	332
Rims and tires	333
Notes	333
Same size tires	335
Spare wheel	335
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.	336
Capacities	336
Approved engine oils	337
Engine oil additives	338
Air conditioning refrigerant	338
Brake fluid	338
Premium unleaded gasoline	338
Fuel requirements	339
Gasoline additives	339
Coolants	339
Washer system and headlamp cleaning system	341

Match case Limit results 1 per page

remove SmartKey from starter switch and

reinsert.

Warning!

With the engine not running, there is no power

assistance for the brake and steering

systems. In this case, it is important to keep

in mind that a considerably higher degree of

effort is necessary to brake and steer the

vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.

Make sure the ignition is switched on.

With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the

brake pedal and keep it pressed.

Shift the automatic transmission into

neutral position

Release the brake pedal.

If engaged, release the parking brake.

Switch on the hazard warning flasher

(

page 90).

The vehicle may be towed only for

distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a

speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

While being towed with the hazard

warning flasher in use, use the combination

switch in the usual manner to signal turns.

Only the selected turn signal will operate.

Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard

warning flasher will operate again.

Towing with one axle raised

The vehicle may be towed only for

distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a

speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

Vehicles with 4MATIC: Do not tow with

one axle raised. Doing so could damage the

transfer case, which is not covered by the

Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

All wheels must be on or off the ground.

Observe instructions for towing the vehicle

with all wheels on the ground.

When towing the vehicle with one axle raised,

the wheels on the ground have to move freely.

Therefore follow the respective steps below,

after the front or the rear axle being raised:

Towing with the front axle raised

Make sure the ignition is switched on.

With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the

brake pedal and keep it pressed.

Shift the automatic transmission into

neutral position

Release the brake pedal.

If engaged, release the parking brake.

Switch off the automatic central locking

(

page 124).

Switch off the ignition and leave the

SmartKey in the starter switch.

Switch on the hazard warning flasher

(

page 90).

Because the ESP

operates

automatically, the engine and ignition must

be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch

position

) when the vehicle is being

towed with one axle raised.

Active braking action through the ESP

may otherwise seriously damage the brake

system which is not covered by the

Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Towing with the rear axle raised

Switch off the ignition and remove the

SmartKey from the starter switch.

Switch on the hazard warning flasher

(

page 90).

Take the SmartKey with you when leaving

the vehicle.

Stranded vehicle

Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the

wheels are dug into sand or mud, should be

done with the greatest of care, especially if

the vehicle is heavily loaded.

324

Towing the vehicle

Practical hints