Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send
in the “Change of Address Notice” found in
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in
contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature with the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used
Truck” found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-
Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the
USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R Service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
R Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe under our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Sport Utility Vehicle
GWarning!
This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both
on-road and off-road use. It can go places and
perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel
drive passenger cars are not intended. This
vehicle will handle and maneuver differently
from conventional passenger cars in driving
conditions which may occur on streets,
highways and off-road use.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger cars. As with other vehicles of this
type, if you make sharp turns at excessive
speeds or abrupt maneuvers, the vehicle may
roll over or may go out of control and crash.
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Failure to operate this vehicle safely may
result in an accident, rollover of the vehicle,
and severe or fatal injury.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Operator’s Manual. Take time to become
familiar with the driving characteristics of this
vehicle. Be sure you are familiar with all
vehicle controls. Learn how your vehicle
handles on different road surfaces. Do not
attempt sharp turns at excessive speeds or
abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving
actions that can cause loss of vehicle control.
When driving off-road or working the vehicle
hard, do not overload it. And, always wear
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Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do
not add brake fluid as this will not solve the
problem. For more information, see
“Practical hints”.
When checking the brake fluid level, the
vehicle must be parked on level ground.
The brake fluid level is correct when it is
between lower mark (MIN) ; and upper
mark (MAX) : of the brake fluid reservoir.
Tires and wheels
Safety notes
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for information on tested and recommended
rims and tires for summer and winter
operation. They can also offer advice
concerning tire service and purchase.
GWarning!
Replace rims or tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as shown
on the original part. For further information
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If incorrectly sized rims and tires are
mounted, the wheel brakes or suspension
components can be damaged. Also, the
operating clearance of the wheels and the
tires may no longer be correct.
GWarning!
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire
tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if
the tires have sustained damage, replace
them.
When replacing rims, only use genuine
Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the
particular rim type. Failure to do so can result
in the bolts loosening and possibly an
accident.
Retreaded tires are not tested or
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since
previous damage cannot always be
recognized on retreads. The operating safety
of the vehicle cannot be assured when such
tires are used.
GWarning!
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or
ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible
damage to your vehicle has occurred, you
should turn on the hazard warning flashers,
carefully slow down, and drive with caution to
an area which is a safe distance from the road.
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody
for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires
appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
tire dealer for repairs.
GWarning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects
the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You
could lose control of the vehicle. Continued
driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed
with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-
up and possibly a fire.
Important guidelines
ROnly use sets of tires and rims of the same
type and make.
RTires must be of the correct size for the rim.
RBreak in new tires for approximately
60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds.
RRegularly check the tires and rims for
damage. Dented or bent rims can cause tire
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Vehicle specification GLK 350
(204.956)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The GLK 350 is available in the USA only.Engine GLK 350Engine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.66 in (92.90 mm)Stroke3.39 in (86.00 mm)Total piston
displacement213.5 cu in
(3 498 cm 3
)Compression
ratio10.7:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 14268 hp/6
000 rpm
(200 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349258 lb-ft/
2 400 - 5 000 rpm
(350 Nm/
2 400 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 404 mmElectrical system GLK 350Alternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWElectrical system GLK 350Battery12 V/70 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch J 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions GLK 350Overall vehicle
length178.3 in (4 528 mm)179.4 in
(4 556 mm) 15Overall vehicle
width 1679.4 in (2
016 mm)Overall vehicle
height66.9 in (1 698 mm)66.4 in (1 686 mm) 15Wheelbase108.5 in (2
755 mm)Track, front61.7 in (1 568 mm)Track, rear62.5 in (1 589 mm)Ground clearance7.9 in (201 mm) 17Turning circle37.7 ft (11.5 m)Weights GLK 350Roof loadmax. 165 lb (75 kg)
Vehicle specification GLK 350
4MATIC (204.987)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
14 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
15 Vehicles with AMG Sport Package.
16 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
17 Operational vehicle (vehicle with driver, all liquids, and full fuel tank).330Vehicle specification GLK 350 4MATIC (204.987)Technical data
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Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.Engine GLK 350 4MATICEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.66 in (92.90 mm)Stroke3.39 in (86.00 mm)Total piston
displacement213.5 cu in
(3 498 cm 3
)Compression
ratio10.7:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 18268 hp/6
000 rpm
(200 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349258 lb-ft/
2 400 - 5 000 rpm
(350 Nm/
2 400 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 404 mmElectrical system GLK 350 4MATICAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/70 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch J 7 MPP33Electrical system GLK 350 4MATICSpark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions GLK 350 4MATICOverall vehicle
length178.3 in (4 528 mm)179.4 in
(4 556 mm) 19Overall vehicle
width 2079.4 in (2
016 mm)Overall vehicle
height66.9 in (1 698 mm)66.4 in (1 686 mm) 19Wheelbase108.5 in (2
755 mm)Track, front61.7 in (1 568 mm)Track, rear62.5 in (1 589 mm)Ground clearance7.9 in (201 mm) 21Turning circle37.7 ft (11.5 m)Weights GLK 350 4MATICRoof loadmax. 165 lb (75 kg)
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires
approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
to provide best possible performance in
conjunction with the driving safety systems
on your vehicle such as the ABS or the
18 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
19 Vehicles with AMG Sport Package.
20 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
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