2012 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK-Class buttons

Malfunctions relevant to safetyReporting ......................................... 24
Matte finish (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 245
mbrace Call priority .................................... 229
Display message ............................ 184
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 229
Emergency call .............................. 226
Important safety notes ..................225
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............231
MB info call button ........................228
Remote vehicle locking ..................230
Roadside Assistance button ..........227
Search & Send ............................... 230
Self-test ......................................... 226
System .......................................... 225
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............230
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 71
Locking vehicle ................................ 77
Unlocking the driver's door ..............77
Memory card (audio) ......................... 173
Memory function ............................... 100
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 179
Messages see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............173
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 71
MP3 Operating ....................................... 173
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 168
Permanent display .........................175
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 167
Overview .......................................... 31Multifunction steering wheel (4
buttons) see 4-button multifunction
steering wheel
N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............171
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 50
Resetting after being triggered ........50
Notes on breaking-in a new
vehicle ................................................ 130
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) Faults ............................................... 49
Operation ......................................... 44
System self-test ............................... 47
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle .....................55
System overview .............................. 38
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 305
Odometer ........................................... 170
see Trip odometer
Off-road driving
Checklist after driving off-road ......150
Checklist before driving off-road .... 150
General information .......................149
Important safety notes ..................149
Traveling uphill ............................... 150
Off-road system
4MATIC .......................................... 153
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Audio menu ................................... 172
Convenience submenu ..................177
Displaying a service message ........243
Display messages ..........................179
Factory settings submenu .............178
Important safety notes ..................166
Instrument cluster submenu ..........175
Lighting submenu .......................... 176
12Index

Starting (engine) ................................ 132
Station see Radio
Steering (display message) .............. 198
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) .....................96
Adjusting (manually) ........................96
Button overview ............................... 31
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 167
Important safety notes ....................96
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 100
Steering wheel (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 248
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 213
Cup holders ................................... 220
Glove box ....................................... 213
Important safety information .........212
Parcel net ...................................... 214
Rear ............................................... 213
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 272
Sun visor ............................................ 221
Supplemental Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 176
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) .......................22
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 124
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 65
T
Tachometer ........................................ 167
Tailgate Display message ............................ 197
Emergency unlocking .......................82
Important safety notes ....................78
Limiting the opening angle ...............81
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 80
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 79
Opening/closing (from outside) .......79
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 189
see Lights
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Technical data
Notes ............................................. 300
Tires/wheels ................................. 295
Trailer Loads .................................. 309
Vehicle data ................................... 308
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 229
Display message ............................ 184
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 229
Emergency call .............................. 226
Important safety notes ..................225
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............231
MB info call button ........................228
Remote vehicle locking ..................230
Roadside Assistance button ..........227
Search & Send ............................... 230
Self-test ......................................... 226
System .......................................... 225
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............230
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 174
Display message ............................ 198
Menu (on-board computer) ............173
Number from the phone book ........ 174
Redialing ........................................ 174
Rejecting/ending a call .................174
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 166
Outside temperature ...................... 167
Setting (climate control) ................122
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 65
Time (on-board computer) ................ 176
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....278
Checking manually ........................277
Display message ............................ 19416Index

Overhead control panelFunctionPage:u Switches the rear
interior lighting on/off
108
;| Switches the
automatic interior lighting
control on/off
107
=p Switches the right-
hand reading lamp on/off
107
?3 Opens/closes the
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel and roller
sunblinds
86
Aï Button for MB Info call
(mbrace system)
228
BG SOS button (mbrace
system)
226
CRear-view mirror97FunctionPageDIntegrated electronic
compass
235
EButtons for the garage door
opener
233
FMicrophone for mbrace
(emergency call system),
telephone and the Voice
Control System 2GF
Roadside Assistance
button (mbrace system)
227
Hp Switches the left-
hand reading lamp on/off
107
Ic Switches the front
interior lighting on/off
1082 The Voice Control System is only available together with COMAND. Observe the additional operating
instructions.34Overhead control panelAt a glance

X To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner
surface of the door handle.XTo lock the vehicle: touch sensor
surface :.XConvenience closing feature: touch
recessed sensor surface ; for an
extended period ( Y page 84).
If you pull on the handle of the tailgate, only
the cargo compartment of the vehicle is
unlocked.
Changing the settings of the locking
system
You can change the setting of the locking
system in such a way that only the driver's
door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked. This
is useful if you frequently travel on your own.
XTo change the setting: press and hold
down the % and & buttons
simultaneously for approximately six
seconds until the battery check lamp
( Y page 72) flashes twice.
i
If the setting of the locking system is
changed within the signal range of the
vehicle, pressing the & or % button
locks or unlocks the vehicle.
The SmartKey now functions as follows:
XTo unlock the driver's door: press the
% button once.XTo unlock centrally: press the %
button twice.XTo lock centrally: press the & button.The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as
follows:XTo unlock the driver's door: touch the
inner surface of the door handle on the
driver's door.XTo unlock centrally: touch the inner
surface of the door handle on the front-
passenger door or the rear door.XTo lock centrally: touch the outer sensor
surface on one of the door handles.
Restoring the factory settings
XPress the % and & buttons
simultaneously for approximately six
seconds until the battery check lamp
flashes twice.
Mechanical key
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm
system will be triggered ( Y page 65).
There are several ways to turn off the alarm:
XTo turn the alarm off with the
SmartKey: press the % or & button
on the SmartKey.
or
XInsert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or
XTo deactivate the alarm with KEYLESS-
GO: press the Start/Stop button in the
ignition lock. The SmartKey must be in the
vehicle.
or
XLock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-
GO. The SmartKey must be outside the
vehicle.SmartKey71Opening/closingZ

arrow until battery tray cover : opens.
When doing so, do not hold cover : shut.XRemove battery tray cover :.XRepeatedly tap the SmartKey against your
palm until battery = falls out.XInsert the new battery with the positive
terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free
cloth to do so.XMake sure that the surface of the battery is
free from lint, grease and all other forms of
contamination.XInsert the front tabs of battery tray
cover : and then press to close it.XInsert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.XCheck the function of all SmartKey buttons
on the vehicle.SmartKey73Opening/closingZ

XTo deactivate: press and hold button :
for about five seconds until a tone sounds.XTo activate: press and hold button ; for
about five seconds until a tone sounds.
i If you press one of the two buttons and
do not hear a tone, the relevant setting has
already been selected.
You can also switch the automatic locking
function on and off using the on-board
computer ( Y page 177).
Unlocking the driver's door
(mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with
the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm
system will be triggered ( Y page 65).
XTake the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey ( Y page 71).XInsert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.XTurn the mechanical key counterclockwise
to position 1.
The door is unlocked.XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it.XInsert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
Locking the vehicle (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
XOpen the driver's door.XClose the front-passenger door, the rear
doors and the tailgate.XPress the locking button ( Y page 76).XCheck whether the locking knobs on the
front-passenger door and the rear doors
are still visible. Press down the locking
knobs by hand, if necessary.XClose the driver's door.XTake the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey ( Y page 71).XInsert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.XTurn the mechanical key clockwise as far
as it will go to position 1.XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it.XMake sure that the doors and the tailgate
are locked.XInsert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.Doors77Opening/closingZ

injury to the head and neck in the event of an
accident or similar situation.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head
restraints. Head restraints are intended to
help reduce injuries during an accident.
! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat
heating, observe the following information:
R keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If
liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as
soon as possible.
R if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. The seat
heating should also not be used to dry
the seats.
R clean the seat covers as recommended;
see the "Interior care" section.
R do not transport heavy loads on the
seats. Do not place sharp objects on the
seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools.
The seats should only be occupied by
passengers, if possible.
R when the seat heating is in operation, do
not cover the seats with insulating
materials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags,
seat covers, child seats or booster seats.
! When you move the seats, make sure that
there are no objects in the footwell or
behind the seats. Otherwise, you could
damage the seats and the objects.
i The head restraints in the front seats are
equipped with the NECK-PRO system
( Y page 50). For this reason, it is not
possible to remove the head restraints
from the front seats.
The rear-compartment head restraints can
be removed ( Y page 94).
Please contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for more information.
i Other topics:
R Cargo compartment enlargement
(folding the rear bench seat forward)
( Y page 214)Adjusting the seats
i Vehicles without Memory function: the
seats can be adjusted within three minutes
of a front door being opened.
The time period starts over again if, within
these three minutes, you:
R open or close a front door
R insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock
or remove it from the ignition lock
R switch the ignition on or off
If the SmartKey is in position 2 in the
ignition lock, the seats can be adjusted at
any time.
Depending on the equipment, the seat
adjustment buttons are either located on the
side of the seat or on the door control panel.:Seat cushion angle;Seat height=Seat fore-and-aft adjustment?Backrest angle:Seat cushion angle;Seat height92SeatsSeats, steering wheel and mirrors

allows you to see the rear wheel and
the curb.XPress memory button M ? and one of
the arrows on adjustment button =
within three seconds.
The parking position is stored if the
exterior mirror does not move.
If the mirror moves out of position, repeat
the steps.
Calling up a stored parking position
setting
XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XAdjust the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side with the corresponding
button ( Y page 97).XEngage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the stored parking position.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves back to its original position:
R as soon as you exceed a speed of 6 mph
(10 km/h)
R about ten seconds after you have
disengaged reverse gear
R if you press button : for the exterior
mirror on the driver's side
Memory function
Storing settings
With the memory function, you can store up
to three different settings, e.g. for three
different people.
The following settings are stored as a single
memory preset:
R position of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
R driver's side: steering wheel position
R driver's side: position of the exterior
mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger
sides
GWARNING
Do not activate the memory function while
driving. Activating the memory function while
driving could cause the driver to lose control
of the vehicle.
XAdjust the seat ( Y page 92).XOn the driver's side, adjust the steering
wheel ( Y page 96) and the exterior mirrors
( Y page 97).XPress memory button M and one of the
storage position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within
three seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected
preset position. A tone sounds when the
settings have been completed.
Calling up a stored setting
! If you want to move the seat from the fully
reclined position to a stored seat position,
first raise the backrest. The seat could
otherwise be damaged.
XPress and hold the relevant storage
position button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat,
steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in
the stored position.
i The setting procedure is interrupted as
soon as you release the storage position
button.
100Memory functionSeats, steering wheel and mirrors