Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions6Front
Right SRS
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredComponents of the front passenger’s supplemental restraint
system may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.6Rear Left
SRS
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredComponents of the left rear passenger’s supplemental
restraint system may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.6Rear
Center
SRS
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredComponents of the center rear passenger’s supplemental
restraint system may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.6Rear
Right SRS
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredComponents of the right rear passenger’s supplemental
restraint system may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.6Left Side
Curtain
Airbag
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredThe left window curtain air bag may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.6Right
Side
Curtain
Airbag
Malfunctio
n Service
RequiredThe right window curtain air bag may not work properly.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.GWarning!
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is
indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not
be operational.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that
you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center immediately to have the system
checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be
activated when needed in an accident, which
could result in serious or fatal injury, or it
might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily
which could also result in injury.276Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4Check
Engine
Oil At
Next
RefuelingThe engine oil has dropped to a critical level.XCheck the engine oil level ( Y page 215) and add engine oil
as required ( Y page 216).XIf you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine
checked for possible leaks.If the message Check Engine Oil At Next
Refueling appears while the engine is
running and at operating temperature, the
engine oil level has dropped to approximately
the minimum level.
The message will be stored in the vehicle
status message memory after you have
cleared it from the multifunction display.
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no
obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service
station to refill your engine oil to the required
level.For information on approved engine oils
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
! Engine oil level warnings should not be
ignored. Extended driving with the symbol
displayed could result in serious engine
damage that is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCThe fuel level is low.XRefuel at the next gas station.8Fuel
Level LowThe fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark.XRefuel at the next gas station.8Gas Cap
LooseA loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system. The
fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may
be leaking.XCheck the fuel cap ( Y page 212).XIf it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap.XIf it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.282Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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XPress 0 on electric air pump switch ;.XTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 0.
or
XVehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. Do
not depress the brake pedal.
XVersion 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure
is above the recommended tire inflation
pressure as specified for your vehicle
(Y page 333), decrease tire pressure using
the vent screw on air hose ?.
XVersion 2 only: If the tire inflation pressure
is above the recommended tire inflation
pressure as specified for your vehicle
(Y page 333), decrease tire pressure using
deflate button B.
GObserve Safety notes, see page 221.XDetach the electric air pump.XReinstall collapsible tire valve cap.XVersion 1 only: Store electrical plug =
and air hose ? behind flap :.
XVersion 2 only: Store electrical plug =
and the air hose back into the pump
housing bottom.
XPlace the electric air pump back in its
designated storage space.
XLower the vehicle.
Lowering the vehicle
GWarning!
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly attached.
Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric
air pump before lowering the vehicle.
XAttach ratchet to vehicle jack so that the
word DOWN can be seen.
Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting
fully on its own weight:
XTurn ratchet in direction DOWN.XRemove the jack.XTighten the five wheel bolts evenly,
following the diagonal sequence illustrated
(: to A), until all bolts are tight. Observe
a tightening torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm).
GWarning!
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. The wheels could come
loose if they are not tightened to a torque of
110 lb-ft (150 Nm).
XFully collapse the jack to storage position,
see (Y page 261).
XStore the jack and the other vehicle tools
in the designated storage space.
iThe damaged road wheel cannot be
stored in the spare wheel well under the
cargo compartment floor. It should be
transported in the cargo compartment
wrapped in a protective wrap.
iVehicles with TPMS:
Do not restart the tire inflation pressure
monitor until a full size wheel/tire with
functioning sensor has been placed back
into service on the vehicle.
Battery
Safety notes
A battery should always be sufficiently
charged in order to achieve its rated service
life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery
maintenance intervals.
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Vehicle equipment ............................328
Parts service .....................................328
Warranty coverage ...........................328
Identification labels ..........................328
Vehicle specification GLK 350
(204.956) ...........................................330
Vehicle specification GLK 350
4MATIC (204.987) .............................330
Rims and tires ...................................331
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......334
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Vehicle equipment
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.
Parts service
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers
maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz
Parts required for maintenance and repair
work. In addition, strategically located parts
distribution centers provide quick and
reliable parts service.
More than 300 000 different parts for
Mercedes-Benz models are available.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are subjected
to stringent quality inspections. Each part has
been specifically developed, manufactured or
selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz
vehicles.
Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts
should be installed.
! Do not use non-genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts and accessories not authorized by
Mercedes-Benz. Doing so could damage
the vehicle, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Also, it
could compromise the vehicle’s durability
or safety.
Warranty coverage
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the
warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
exchange or repair any defective parts
originally installed in the vehicle in
accordance with the terms of the following
warranties:
RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty
REmission System Warranty
REmission Performance Warranty
RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
Control Systems Warranty
RState Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
Laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and
Accessories warranties, copies of which are
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information booklet
Should you lose your Service and Warranty
Information booklet, have an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a
replacement. It will be mailed to you.
Identification labels
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Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
For information on tested and approved
products, contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA
only).
GWarning!
Comply with all valid regulations with respect
to handling, storing, and disposing of service
fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons
or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of
children.
For health reasons, you should prevent
service fluids from coming into direct contact
with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.ModelCapacityFuels, coolants,
lubricants, etc.Engine with oil
filterAll models8.5 US qt (8.0 l)Approved engine
oilsAutomatic
transmissionGLK 350 269.5 US qt (9.0 l)MB Automatic
Transmission FluidGLK 350 4MATIC9.5 US qt (9.0 l)Front axleGLK 350 4MATIC0.63 US qt (0.6 l)Hypoid gear oil
(SAE 75W-85)Rear axleGLK 350 261.2 US qt (1.1 l)Hypoid gear oil
(SAE 75W-85)GLK 350 4MATIC1.1 US qt (1.0 l)Transfer caseGLK 350 4MATIC0.63 US qt (0.6 l)MB Automatic
Transmission FluidPower steeringAll modelsapprox. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)MB Power Steering
Fluid (Pentosin
CHF 11.S)Brake systemAll models0.53 US qt (0.5 l)MB Brake Fluid
(DOT 4+)Cooling systemAll modelsapprox. 8.9 US qt (8.4 l)MB 325.0
Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze26 USA only.334Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Technical data
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ModelCapacityFuels, coolants,
lubricants, etc.Fuel tankAll models17.4 US gal (66.0 l)Premium unleaded
gasoline (Minimum
Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of
96 RON/86 MON])Fuel tank
reserveAll modelsapprox. 2.1 US gal (8.0 l)Air
conditioning
systemAll models—R134a refrigerant
and special
PAG lubricant oil
(never R 12)Washer system
and headlamp
cleaning
systemAll models6.3 US qt (6.0 l)MB Windshield
Washer
Concentrate 27
( Y page 339)
Washer fluid mixing
ratio ( Y page 339)Approved engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for our
service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters required
for vehicles with the Maintenance System.
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil
filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
! Using engine oils and oil filters of a
specification other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System, or
changing of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by the
Maintenance System will result in engine or
emission control system damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Please follow Maintenance System
recommendations for scheduled oil
changes. Failure to do so will result in
engine or emission control system damagenot covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL.
Use the table below to determine the
MB sheet number.ModelEngine,
typeMB sheet
numberGLK 350 28272229.5GLK 350 4MATIC272229.5
i
MB sheet numbers are printed on the
outside of oil containers.
27 Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze.
28 USA only.Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.335Technical dataX204_AKB; 3; 23, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T19:16:58+02:00 - Seite 335Z
The coolant solution must be used year round
to provide the necessary corrosion protection
and increase boil-over protection. Refer to
the Maintenance Booklet for replacement
interval.
Coolant system design and coolant used
determine the replacement interval. The
replacement interval published in the
Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if
MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solution
or other Mercedes-Benz approved products
of equal specification are used to renew the
coolant concentration or bring it back up to
the proper level.
For information on other Mercedes-Benz
approved products of equal specification,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
To provide important corrosion protection,
the solution must be at least 50%
anticorrosion/antifreeze (equivalent to
freeze protection to approximately -35‡
[-37†]).
If you use a solution that is more than 55%
anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection
to approximately -49‡ [-45†]), the engine
temperature will increase due to the lower
heat transfer capability of the solution.
Therefore, do not use more than this amount
of anticorrosion/antifreeze.
If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0
Anticorrosion/Antifreeze should be used tobring it up to the proper level (have cooling
system checked for signs of leakage). Please
make sure the mixture is in accordance with
label instructions.
The water in the cooling system must meet
minimum requirements, which are usually
satisfied by normal drinking water.
If you are not sure about the water quality,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Anticorrosion/antifreeze
Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum
parts. The use of aluminum components in
motor vehicle engines necessitates that
anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in
such engines be specifically formulated to
protect the aluminum parts. Failure to use
such anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant will
result in a significantly shortened service life.
Therefore, the following product is strongly
recommended for use in your vehicle:
MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze agent.
Before the start of the winter season (or once
a year in hot southern regions), you should
have the anticorrosion/antifreeze
concentration checked.
The coolant is also regularly checked each
time you bring your vehicle to an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for service.
ModelApproximate freeze protection-35‡ (-37†)-49‡ (-45†)Cooling systemAll models4.4 US qt (4.2 l)4.9 US qt (4.6 l)338Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Technical data
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