Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 1st Gen Owner's Manual

The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is a compact luxury SUV that combines sophisticated design with robust performance and advanced technology. Known for its distinctive styling, the GLK-Class offers a comfortable and refined driving experience, appealing to those seeking both functionality and elegance in an SUV. Equipped with a range of safety features, premium interior materials, and a responsive powertrain, the GLK-Class ensures a driving experience that is both secure and enjoyable. To fully understand and utilize the capabilities of your GLK-Class, it is essential to familiarize yourself with its owner's manual, which provides comprehensive information on the vehicle's operation, maintenance, and safety features. The manual is systematically organized into several key sections, each focusing on different aspects of the vehicle to assist you in maximizing your driving experience.

Introduction

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as conversion parts and accessories which have been specifically approved for your vehicle for their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is unable to assess other parts. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, even if they have been independently or officially approved. The use of non-approved parts could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifications, and the parts will be professionally installed.

Operator's Manual

Service and vehicle operation

Safety notes

At a glance

Familiarize yourself with the vehicle's interior layout through detailed diagrams of the cockpit, instrument cluster, multifunction steering wheel, center console, overhead control panel, and door control panel. This section helps you quickly locate and identify various controls and features within the cabin.

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Center console

Safety

Delve into the safety features of your GLK-Class, including occupant protection systems, guidelines for safely transporting children, the panic alarm function, driving safety systems, and theft deterrent locking mechanisms. Understanding these features is crucial for ensuring the well-being of all occupants.

Useful information

Occupant safety

Children in the vehicle

Panic alarm

Driving safety systems

Theft deterrent locking systems

Opening/Closing

Learn about the functionalities related to locking and unlocking your vehicle, including the SmartKey system, door operations, cargo compartment access, side windows, and the sliding sunroof. Proper knowledge of these systems enhances convenience and security.

Useful information

SmartKey

Doors

Cargo compartment

Side windows

Sliding sunroof

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

This section covers the correct driver's seat positioning, seat adjustments, steering wheel settings, mirror adjustments, and the memory function that allows you to save preferred settings. Proper adjustment of these components ensures comfort and optimal control.

Useful information

Correct driver's seat position

Seats

Steering wheel

Mirrors

Memory function

Lights and windshield wipers

Understand the operation of exterior and interior lighting systems, procedures for replacing bulbs, and the functionalities of windshield wipers. Proper use of these systems enhances visibility and safety during various driving conditions.

Useful information

Exterior lighting

Interior lighting

Replacing bulbs

Windshield wipers

Climate control

Gain insights into the climate control systems, including an overview of their functions, operating instructions, and how to set the air vents to maintain a comfortable cabin environment.

Useful information

Overview of climate control systems

Operating the climate control system

Setting the air vents

Driving and parking

This comprehensive section provides information on breaking-in notes, driving practices, automatic transmission operation, refueling procedures, parking guidelines, driving tips, driving assistance systems, and trailer towing capabilities. Understanding these aspects is vital for safe and efficient vehicle operation.

Useful information

Breaking-in notes

Driving

Automatic transmission

Refueling

Parking

Driving tips

Driving systems

Trailer towing

On-board computer and displays

Learn about the vehicle's on-board computer systems, including displays, operation, menus, submenus, display messages, engine information, and warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster. Familiarity with these systems ensures you can monitor and respond to the vehicle's needs effectively.

Useful information

Displays and operation

Menus and submenus

Display messages

Engine

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster

Stowing and features

Discover the various storage solutions and features within the GLK-Class, including loading guidelines, stowage areas, and additional features that enhance convenience and utility.

Useful information

Loading guidelines

Stowage areas

Features

Maintenance and care

This section outlines essential maintenance practices, provides an overview of the engine compartment, and offers guidelines for vehicle care to ensure longevity and optimal performance.

Useful information

Engine compartment

Maintenance

Care

Breakdown assistance

Equip yourself with knowledge on handling roadside emergencies, including locating essential components, dealing with flat tires, battery issues, jump-starting procedures, towing, tow-starting, and fuse replacements. Being prepared with this information can help you respond effectively to unexpected situations.

Useful information

Where will I find...?

Flat tire

Battery

Jump-starting

Towing and tow-starting

Fuses

Wheels and tires

Understand important safety notes regarding wheels and tires, operational guidelines, winter operation considerations, tire pressure information, vehicle loading, maximum load ratings, tire quality grading standards, tire labeling, definitions of terms related to tires and loading, wheel changing procedures, and approved wheel and tire combinations.

Useful information

Important safety notes

Operation

Winter operation

Tire pressure

Loading the vehicle

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

Tire labeling

Definition of terms for tires and loading

Changing a wheel

Wheel and tire combinations

Technical data

Access useful information on technical data, including notes on technical specifications, the importance of using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, warranty details, identification plates, service products and capacities, vehicle data, and trailer tow hitch information.

Useful information

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

Identification plates

Service products and capacities

Trailer tow hitch

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