2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK-Class dimensions

SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 68
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 235
Introduction ..................................... 41
Warning lamp ................................. 263
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 118
Display message ............................ 241
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 142
Steering (display message) ..............255
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically). ..................102
Adjusting (manually). .....................102
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 217
Cleaning ......................................... 308
Important safety notes ..................102
Paddle shifters ............................... 152
Storing settings (memory function) 106
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........152
Stowage areas ................................... 271
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 271
Cuph olders ................................... 278
Glove box ...................................... .271
Important safety information .........271
Rea r............................................... 272
Stowage net ................................... 272
Stowage net ....................................... 272
Summer opening see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 330
Sun visor ............................................ 278
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 227
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) .......................25Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off
................................................. 136
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............71 T
Tachometer ........................................ 216
Tailgate Display message ............................ 254
Emergency unlocking .......................85
Important safety notes ....................82
Limiting the opening angle ...............85
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 84
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 83
Opening/closing (from outside) .......82
Opening dimensions ......................373
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 240
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 365
Emergency spare wheel .................362
Information .................................... 364
Tires/wheels ................................. 357
Trailer loads ................................... 374
Vehicle data ................................... 373
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 287
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 287
Downloading route s....................... 290
Emergency call .............................. 284
Geo fencing ................................... 290
Important safety notes ..................283
Locating astolen vehicl e............... 289
MB info call button ........................286
Remote vehicle locking ..................288
Roadside Assistance button ..........286
Search &Send ............................... 288
Self-test ......................................... 284
Speed alert .................................... 290
System .......................................... 284
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 291 Index
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Tire bead (definition
)...................... 351
Tire pressure (definition) ................351
Tire pressures (recommended )...... 349
Tire size (data) ............................... 357
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 346
Tire tread ....................................... 329
Tire tread (definition) .....................351
Total load limit (definition) .............352
Traction ......................................... 344
Traction (definition) .......................351
Trea dwear ..................................... 344
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) .................351
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standard s...................................... 344
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standard s(definition) .................... 349
Unladen weight (definition) ............350
Wea rindicato r(definition) .............352
Whee lrim (definition ).................... 349
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 62
Towing Important safety guidelines ...........320
Installing the towing eye ................321
Removing the towing eye. ..............321
With the rear axle raised ................322
Towing atrailer
Activ eParking Assist ..................... 188
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 308
Coupling up atrailer ...................... 210
Decoupling atrailer ....................... 212
Driving tips .................................... 208
Important safety notes ..................208
Installing the ball coupling .............210
Lights displa ymessage .................. 239
Mounting dimensions ....................374
Power supply ................................. 213
Removing the ball coupling ............213
Shift range ..................................... 151
Storing the ball coupling ................213
Trailer loads ................................... 374
Towing away
With both axles on the ground .......322
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............323
Important safety notes ..................320Trailer coupling
see Towing atrailer
Trailer loads and drawbar
noseweights ...................................... 212
Trailer towing Active Blind Spot Assist .................205
Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 202, 208
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 200
PARKTRONI C................................. 183
Permissible trailer loads and
drawba rnoseweights ..................... 212
Transfer case ..................................... 154
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display .........149
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECTl ever)...................... 149
Transporting the vehicle ..................322
Traveling uphill Brow of hill ..................................... 169
Driving downhill ............................. 169
Maximum gradient-climbing
capability ....................................... 169
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) .309
Trip computer (on-board computer) 219
Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 219
Resetting (on-board computer) ......220
see Trip odometer
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ...................119
Display message ............................ 240
Switching on/off ........................... 112
see Turn signals
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating)
(definition) ......................................... 351
Type identification plate see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................81
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 80 Index
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V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 279
Vehicle Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 254
Emergency locking ........................... 81
Emergency unlocking .......................81
Equipment ....................................... 23
Individua lsettings .......................... 226
Limited Warranty ............................. 28
Loading .......................................... 339
Locking (in an emergency) ...............81
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 74
Lowering ........................................ 356
Maintenance .................................... 24
Parking for a long period ................ 161
Pulling away ................................... 143
Raising ........................................... 354
Reporting problems .........................27
Securing from rolling away ............353
Towing away .................................. 320
Transporting .................................. 322
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........81
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................74
Vehicle data ................................... 373
Vehicle data ....................................... 373
Vehicle dimensions ...........................373
Vehicle emergency locking ................81
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............364
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 312
Video (DVD) ........................................ 223
VIN ...................................................... 364W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 259
Brakes ........................................... 259
Check Engine ................................. 264
Coolant .......................................... 265
Distance warning ........................... 267
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 267
ESP ®
.............................................. 261
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 262
Fuel tank ........................................ 264 Overview
.......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 47
Reserve fuel ................................... 264
Seat bel t........................................ 257
SRS ................................................ 263
Tire pressure monitor ....................268
Warranty ............................................ 364
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 255
Wheel bol ttightening torque ...........356
Wheel chock ...................................... 353
Wheels Changing awheel .......................... 352
Checking ........................................ 329
Cleaning ......................................... 305
Cleaning (warning) .........................353
Emergency spare wheel .................359
Important safety notes ..................328
Interchanging/changing ................352
Mounting anew wheel ................... 355
Mounting awheel .......................... 353
Removing awheel .......................... 355
Storing ........................................... 352
Tightening torque ........................... 356
Whee lsize/tir esize ....................... 357
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 236
Operation ........................................ .46
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 134
see Windshield
Windshiel dwasher fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshiel dwasher system ..............303
Notes ............................................. 372
Windshiel dwipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................124
Rea rwindow wiper ........................ 121
Replacing the wiper blades ............121
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Winte rdriving
Important safety note s.................. 330
Slippery road surfaces ...................166
Snow chains .................................. 33120
Index

X
Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far
as it will go to position 0004.
X Turn the mechanical key back and remove
it.
X Make sure that the doors and the tailgate
are locked.
X Insert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
i If you lock the vehicle as described above,
the fuel filler flap is not locked. The anti-
theft alarm system is not armed. Cargo compartment
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle. G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
is open when the engine is running,
particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could enter the passenger
compartment.T here is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the
tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
! The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
i Tailgate opening dimensions
(Y page 373).
You should preferably place luggage or loads
in the cargo compartment. Observe the
loading guidelines (Y page 270).
Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo
compartment. You could otherwise lock
yourself out.
Vehicles without the EASY-PACK
tailgate: the tailgate can be:
R opened and closed manually from outside
R unlocked from inside with the mechanical
key
For vehicles with the EASY-PACK tailgate
you can:
R open and close the tailgate manually from
outside
R open and close the tailgate automatically
from outside
R open and close the tailgate automatically
from inside
R limit the opening angle of the tailgate
R unlock the tailgate from inside with the
mechanical key Opening/closing from outside
Opening X
Press the 000Cbutton on the SmartKey. 82
Cargo compartmentOpening and closing

X
Pull handle 0002.
X Raise the tailgate.
Vehicles with the EASY-PAC Ktailgate: if
you pull handle 0002and keep it in this position,
you can ope nthe tailgate manually.Ify ou
release the handle, the tailgate opens
automatically.
Closing X
Pull the tailgate down using recess 0002.
X Push the tailgate closed from outside the
vehicle.
X If necessary, lock the vehicle with
the 000B button on the SmartKey
(Y page 74) or with KEYLESS-GO
(Y page 75).
i If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the
cargo compartment, the tailgate will not
lock. Opening/closing automatically from
outside
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Parts of the body could become trapped
during automatic closing of the tailgate.
Moreover, people, e.g. children, may be
standing in the closing area or may enter the
closing area during the closing process. There
is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the
closing area during the closing process. Use one of the following options to stop the
closing process:
R
press the 0004button on the SmartKey.
R press the remote operating switch on the
driver's door.
R press the closing or locking button on the
tailgate.
R pull the handle on the tailgate. G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
is open when the engine is running,
particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could enter the passenger
compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the
tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
! The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
i Tailgate opening dimensions
(Y page 373).
Opening You can open the tailgate automatically with
the SmartKey or the handle in the tailgate.
Open or close the tailgate fully using the
automatic door function if you have stopped
the tailgate in an intermediate position.
X
Press and hold the 0004button on the
SmartKey until the tailgate opens.
or
X If the tailgate is unlocked, pull the handle
and let it go again immediately.
i You can also close the tailgate manually
if it is fully opened.
! If you have opened the tailgate
automatically, you should wait a moment
before closing the tailgate manually. Cargo compartment
83Opening and closing Z

!
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
i Tailgate opening dimensions
(Y page 373).
You can open and close the tailgate from the
driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary
and unlocked. X
To open: pull remote operating switch 0002
for the tailgate until the tailgate opens.
X To close: turn the SmartKey to position 1
or 2in the ignition lock.
X Press remote operating switch for
tailgate 0002until the tailgate is closed.
You hear a tone during the closing
procedure. Limiting the opening angle of the
tailgate
Important safety notes You can limit the opening angle of the
tailgate. This is possible in the top half of its
opening range, up to approximately 8in
(20 cm) before the stop.
This could be useful, for example, if there is
insufficien tspace above the tailgate.
! Make sure there is sufficient clearance to
open the tailgate fully when setting the
opening angle. The tailgate could otherwise
be damaged. Ideally, set the opening angle
outside. Activating X
To open the tailgate: pull the handle on
the tailgate.
X To stop the opening procedure at the
desired position: press the closing button
(Y page 83) in the tailgate or pull the handle
on the outside of the tailgate again.
X To store the position: press and hold the
closing button in the tailgate until you hear
a short tone.
The opening angle limiter is activated. The
tailgate will now stop in the stored position
when opening.
i To open the tailgate fully, pull the handle
on the outside of the tailgate again after it
has stopped automatically. This does not
delete the stored position.
Deactivating X
Press and hold the closing button
(Y page 83) in the tailgate until you hear
two short tones. Tailgate emergency release
Important safety notes !
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from
outside the vehicle, use the emergency
release on the inside of the tailgate.
i Tailgate opening dimensions
(Y page 373). Cargo compartment
85Opening and closing Z

The vehicle/trailer combination:
R
is heavier
R is restricted in its acceleration and
gradient-climbing capability
R has an increased braking distance
R is affected more by strong crosswinds
R demands more sensitive steering
R has a larger turning radius
This could impair the handling
characteristics.
When towing a trailer, always adjust your
speed to the curren troad and weather
conditions. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible speed for your vehicle/trailer
combination.
General notes R
Do not exceed the legally prescribed
maximum speed for vehicle/trailer
combinations in the relevant country.
This lowers the risk of an accident.
R Only install an approved trailer coupling on
your vehicle.
Further information on availability and on
installation is available from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
R The bumpers of your vehicle are not
suitable for installing detachable trailer
couplings.
R Do not install hired trailer couplings or
other detachable trailer couplings on the
bumpers of your vehicle.
R To reduce the risk of damage to the ball
coupling, remove it from the ball coupling
recess when not in use.
i When towing a trailer, set the tire
pressure on the rear axle of the towing
vehicle for a maximum load; see the tire
pressure table in the fuel filler flap
(Y page 349).
You will find installation dimensions and loads
in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 374). Missing values for the maximum noseweight
of the trailer drawbar on the ball coupling
were unavailable at the time of going to print.
However, the actual noseweight must not
exceed the value given on the identification
plates of the trailer tow hitch and trailer. The
lowest weight applies.
Please note that when towing a trailer,
PARKTRONIC (Y page 180) is only available
with limitations or not at all.
i On vehicles without level control, the
height of the ball coupling will alter
according to the load placed on the vehicle.
If necessary, use a trailer with a height-
adjustable drawbar.
Driving tips i
Observe the notes on ESP ®
trailer
stabilization (Y page 69).
The maximum permissible speed for vehicle/
trailer combinations depends on the type of
trailer. Before beginning the journey, check
the trailer's documents to see what the
maximum permissible speed is. Observe the
legally prescribed maximum speed in the
relevant country.
For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the
maximum permissible rear axle load is
increased when towing a trailer. Refer to the
"Technical data" section to find out whether
this applies to your vehicle.
If you utilize any of the added maximum rear
axle load when towing a trailer, the vehicle/
trailer combination may not exceed a
maximum speed of 60 mph (100 km/h) for
reasons concerning the operating permit.
This also applies in countries in which the
permissible maximum speed for vehicle/
trailer combinations is above 60 mph
(100 km/h).
When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling
characteristics will be different in comparison
with when driving without atrailer.
On long and steep downhill gradients, you
must select shift range 1,2or 3in good time. Towing
atrailer
209Driving an d parking Z

i
This also applies if you have activated
cruise control.
This will use the braking effect of the engine,
so that less braking will be required to
maintain the speed, This relieves the load on
the brake system and prevents the brakes
from overheating and wearing too quickly. If
you need additional braking, depress the
brake pedal repeatedly rather than
continuously.
Driving tips R
Maintain a greater distance from the
vehicle in frontt han when driving without a
trailer.
R Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake
gently at first to allow the trailer to run on.
Then, increase the braking force rapidly.
R The values given for gradient-climbing
capabilities from a standstill refer to sea
level. When driving in mountainous areas,
note that the power output of the engine
and, consequently, the vehicle's gradient-
climbing capability, decreases with
increasing altitude.
If the trailer swings from side to side:
X Do not accelerate.
X Do not counter-steer.
X Brake if necessary. Installing the ball coupling
G
WARNING
If the ball coupling is not installed and secured
correctly the trailer may come loose. There is
a risk of an accident.
Install and secure the ball coupling as
described in the ball coupling installation
instructions. Make sure that the ball coupling
is installed and secured correctly before every
journey.
! Mercedes-Ben zrecommends that you
only use ball couplings that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
This helps to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Cover cap
X
Pull protective cap 0002in the direction of the
arrow, out of ball coupling recess 0003.
X Store protective cap 0002in a safe place.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. G
WARNING
If the ball coupling is not installed and secured
correctly it can become detached while the
vehicle is in motion and fall onto the road.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Install and secure the ball coupling as
described in the ball coupling installation
instructions. Make sure that the ball coupling
is installed and secured correctly before every
journey. Coupling up a trailer
Observe the maximum permissible trailer
dimensions (width and length).
Most U.S.s tates and all Canadia nprovinces
require by law:
R safety chains between the towing vehicle
and the trailer. The chains should be cross-
wound under the trailer drawbar. They must
be fastened to the vehicle's trailer
coupling, not to the bumper or the axle. 210
Towing
atrailerDriving an d parking