2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK-Class turn signal

Fog lamps and rear fog lamps
Front fog lamps
Only vehicles with front fog lamps have the
"fog lamps" function.
GWarning!
If you suspect that driving conditions will be
foggy, turn the light switch to L before you
start your journey. Otherwise, your vehicle
may not be visible and you could endanger
yourself and others.
XTo switch on the front fog lamps: turn
the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or
start the engine.
XTurn the light switch to L or c.XPress the N button.
The green N indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
XTo switch off the front fog lamps: press
the N button.
The green N indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Rear fog lamp
XTo switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start
the engine.
XTurn the light switch to L or c.
When the light switch is set to c, the
rear fog lamp only lights up if the low-beam
headlamps are switched on.
XPress the R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
XTo switch off the rear fog lamp: press the
R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Combination switch
Turn signals
:High-beam headlamps;Right turn signal=High beam flasher?Left turn signalXTo indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow ; or ?.
The corresponding turn signal flashes three
times.
XTo indicate: press the combination switch
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow ; or ?.
High-beam headlamps
XTo switch on the high-beam headlamps:
turn the key in the ignition lock to position
2 or start the engine.
XTurn the light switch to L or c.XPress the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of
arrow :.
In the c position, the high-beam
headlamps are only switched on when it is
dark and the engine is running.
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The K indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the high-beam
headlamps are switched on.
XTo switch off the high-beam
headlamps: move the combination switch
back to its normal position.
The K indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out.
High-beam flasher
XTo switch on: turn the key in the ignition
lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine.
XPull the combination switch briefly in the
direction of arrow =.
Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps automatically
switch on:
Rif an air bag is deployed
Rthe vehicle decelerates rapidly from a
speed of more than 45 mph (70 km/h) and
comes to a standstill.
XTo switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button :.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on
a turn signal using the combination switch,
only the turn signal lamp on the
corresponding side of the vehicle will flash.
XTo switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button :.
The hazard warning lamp switches off
automatically after full brake application if the
vehicle then reaches a speed above
6 mph (10 km/h) again.
iThe hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off.
Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically if
the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is
operated ten times while the lights are on and
the engine is running (Y page 113). When you
switch off the ignition, the automatic
headlamp cleaning system is reset and
counting is resumed from 0.
Active light function
The active light function is a system that
moves the headlamps according to the
steering movements of the front wheels. In
this way, relevant areas remain illuminated
while driving. This allows you to recognize
pedestrians, cyclists and animals.
Active: when the lights are switched on.
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Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the
illumination of the road over a wide angle in
the direction you are turning, enabling better
visibility in tight bends, for example. It can
only be activated when the low-beam
headlamps are switched on.
Active: if you are driving at speeds below
25 mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn
signals or turn the steering wheel.
Not active: if you are driving at speeds above
25 mph (40 km/h) or switch off the turn
signal or turn the steering wheel to the
straight-ahead position.
The cornering light function may remain lit for
a short time, but is automatically switched off
after no more than three minutes.
Headlamps fogged up on the inside
The headlamps may fog up on the inside if
there is high atmospheric humidity.
XDrive with the headlamps switched on.
The headlamps clear up after a short
distance.
If the moisture does not disappear, the
headlamp casing is not sealed correctly and
moisture has been able to enter.
XHave the headlamps checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.Interior lighting
Overview of interior lighting
:u To switch the rear interior lighting
on/off
;| To switch the automatic interior
lighting control on/off
=p To switch the right-hand front
reading lamp on/off
?c To switch the front interior lighting
on/off
Ap To switch the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
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Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Other bulbs
GWarning!
Bulbs and lamps can be very hot. You should
therefore allow them to cool down before you
change them. Otherwise, you could be burned
if you touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could damage the bulbs, for
example, and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may break or even explode and
injure you.
Halogen bulbs are pressurized and can
explode when you change them, particularly
if they are very hot. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed (Y page 108). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
You can change the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
Halogen headlamps
:Turn signal lamp/side marker lamp:
WY 5 W
;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=High-beam headlamp: H7 55 W?Parking lamp/standing lamp: W 5 WALow-beam headlamp: H7 55 W108Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers
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Bi-Xenon headlamps
:Turn signal lamp/side marker lamp:
WY 5 W
;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=Cornering lamp: H7 55 W?Parking lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W
Tail lamp with/without LED
:Tail lamp/brake lamp: P 21 W;Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W=Backup lamp: P 21 W or W 16 W10?Tail lamp/rear fog lamp: P 21 WASide marker lamp: W 3 W
License plate lamp
:License plate lamp: W 5 W
Changing the front bulbs
Removing/installing the cover on top of
the headlamp
You must remove the headlamp cover in the
engine compartment before you can replace
the bulbs in the headlamp.
XTo remove: press retaining clip : in the
direction of the arrow.
XPull cover ; forward underneath
cover = and remove.
XTo install: slide cover ; under cover =.
Connect the two covers by inserting the
tongue into the groove.
XPress cover ; until retaining clip :
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XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
Lug = of the bulb must be pointing
upward.
XInsert bulb holder ;.XPush the handle of bulb holder ; in the
opposite direction from the arrow until
holder ; engages.
XAlign housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Standing lamps/parking lamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn housing cover : counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
XPull out bulb holder ;.XTake the bulb out of bulb holder ;.XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.XInsert bulb holder ;.XAlign housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Turn signal lamps/side marker lamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood.XRemove the headlamp cover (Y page 109).XLeft-hand headlamp: detach the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XTurn bulb holder : or ; counter-
clockwise and pull it out.
XWY 5 W (turn signals and side marker
lamps): pull the bulb out of bulb holder :.
XPY 21 W (turn signals): turn the bulb
counter-clockwise, applying slight
pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder ;.
XWY 5 W (turn signals and side marker
lamps): insert the new bulb into bulb
holder :.
XPY 21 W: insert the new bulb into bulb
holder ; and turn it clockwise while
applying slight pressure.
XInsert bulb holder : or ; and turn it
clockwise.
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XLeft-hand headlamp: fasten the washer
fluid reservoir (Y page 110).
XInstall the headlamp cover (Y page 109).
Changing the rear bulbs
Opening/closing the side trim
You must open the side trim panel in the
cargo compartment before you can change
the bulbs in the tail lamps.
Left-hand side trim panel
Right-hand side trim panel
XTo open: turn release knob : 90° in the
direction of the arrow and remove side trim
panel ;.
XTo close: insert side trim panel ; and turn
release knob : 90° in the opposite
direction to the arrow.
Tail lampXSwitch off the lights.XOpen the cargo compartment.XOpen the side trim panel (Y page 112).XPull out connector ;.XPress retaining lugs : simultaneously in
the direction of the arrow and pull the bulb
holder out.
Bulb holder without LED turn signal lamp
=Tail lamp/braking lamp ?Turn signals ABackup lamp BRear fog lamp/tail lamp CSide marker lampXLightly press the corresponding bulb into
the holder, turn it counter-clockwise and
remove it from the bulb holder.
XInsert the corresponding new bulb into the
bulb holder and turn it clockwise.
XAttach the bulb holder and press firmly.
The retaining lugs on the bulb holder
engage audibly.
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SmartKey positions
SmartKeygTo remove the SmartKey
(shift the transmission to position P)1Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers2Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position3To start the engine
Once the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. The indicator lamps of the low-beam
headlamps, high-beam headlamps, turn
signal lamps or front fog lamps only light up
if the low-beam headlamps, high-beam
headlamps, turn signal lamps or front fog
lamps are switched on. If an indicator lamp
does not light up when the ignition is switched
on, check it and replace it if necessary. If an
indicator lamp does not go out after starting
the engine or lights up while the vehicle is in
motion, see ( Y page 195).
If the SmartKey is in position 0 in the ignition
lock for an extended period of time, it can no
longer be turned in the ignition lock. The
steering is then locked. To unlock, remove the
SmartKey and reinsert it in the ignition lock.
The steering is locked when you remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
XRemove the SmartKey when the engine is
switched off.
The battery may otherwise discharge.If you cannot turn the SmartKey in the ignition
lock, the vehicle battery may not be charged
sufficiently.XCheck the vehicle battery and charge if
necessary ( Y page 254).
or
XJump-start the vehicle ( Y page 256).
i
The SmartKey can be turned in the
ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
KEYLESS-GO
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with
a SmartKey with an integrated KEYLESS-GO
function and a detachable Start/Stop button.
The Start/Stop button must be inserted in the
ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in the
vehicle.
Pressing the Start/Stop button several times
in succession corresponds to the different
key positions in the ignition lock. This is only
the case if you are not depressing the brake
pedal.
If you depress the brake pedal and press the
Start/Stop button, the engine starts
immediately.
The Start/Stop button can be removed from
the ignition lock. Then you can insert the
SmartKey in the ignition lock.
i You do not have to remove the Start/Stop
button from the ignition lock when you
leave the vehicle. However, you should
always take the SmartKey with you when
leaving the vehicle. The vehicle can be
started with the Start/Stop button and the
electrical equipment can be operated while
the SmartKey is in the vehicle.
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