2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-Class engine

Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 211
see Telephone
Model type
see Vehicle identification plate
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 77
MOExtended tires .............................. 307
Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ...................... 351
Mounting a new wheel ................... 351
Preparing the vehicle .................... .348
Raising the vehicle ......................... 349
Removing a wheel .......................... 351
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 349
MP3
Operation ....................................... 211
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................ .206
Permanent display ......................... 216
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 205
Overview .......................................... 35 N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 209
see separate operating instructions
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 142 O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 55 Operation ......................................... 51
System self-test ............................... 53
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 58
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Important safety notes .................... 43
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 64
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 55
Operation ......................................... 51
System self-test ............................... 53
Off-road driving
Approach/departure angle ............ 369
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 170
Checklist before driving off-road .... 169
General information ....................... 169
Important safety notes .................. 168
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity ................................................. .369
Maximum water depth ................... 369
Traveling uphill ............................... 170
Off-road program ............................... 186
Off-road system DSR ............................................... 184
Off-road 4ETS .................................. 69
Off-road ABS ................................... .65
Off road drive program .................. 186
Off-road ESP ®
..................................72
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu .....................................2 18
Assistance menu ........................... 213
Audio menu ................................... 210
Convenience submenu .................. 218
Displaying a service message ....... .297
Display messages .......................... 221
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 179
Factory settings submenu ............. 218
Important safety notes .................. 204
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 215
Lighting submenu .......................... 216
Menu overview .............................. 207
Message memory .......................... 221
Navigation menu ............................ 209 14
Index

S
Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Child restraint systems .................... 59
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 51
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the height .........................46
Cleaning ........................................ .304
Correct usage .................................. 45
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Releasing ......................................... 47
Warning lamp ................................. 252
Warning lamp (function) ................... 47
Seats
Adjusting (AMG Performance
Seat) .............................................. 100
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 98
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 100
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 98
Calling up a stored setting (mem-
ory function) .................................. 107
Cleaning the cover ......................... 303
Correct driver's seat position ........... 96
Important safety notes .................... 97
Seat heating problem .................... 102
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 106
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 100
Selecting a gear
see Automatic transmission
Selector lever
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 301
Service Center see Qualified specialist workshop
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) ................................................. .215
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 365
Coolant (engine) ............................ 365 Engine oil ....................................... 364
Fuel ................................................ 362
Important safety notes .................. 361
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 367
Washer fluid ................................... 366
Setting a speed
see Cruise control
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 218
On-board computer ....................... 215
Setting the air distribution ...............134
Setting the airflow ............................ 134
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 219
Side impact air bag .............................50
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 236
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 300
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature ..........88
Important safety information ........... 87
Opening/closing .............................. 87
Problem (malfunction) .....................90
Resetting ........................................ .89
Reversing feature ............................ .87
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 78
Changing the programming .............77
Checking the battery ...................... .78
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 88
Display message ............................ 252
Door central locking/unlocking ...... .76
Important safety notes .................... 76
Loss .................................................80
Mechanical key ................................ 77
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 143
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 80
Starting the engine ........................ 144
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 143
Snow chains ...................................... 327 Index
17

Sockets
Center console .............................. 276
Luggage compartment ...................2 77
Points to observe before use ......... 276
Rear compartment ......................... 277
Specialist workshop ............................ 28
Special seat belt retractor .................. 59
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speed Limit Assist
General notes ................................ 198
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 215
Digital ............................................ 208
In the Instrument cluster ................. 33
Segments ...................................... 205
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 215
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 70
Warning lamp ................................. 257
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 236
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 143
STEER CONTROL .................................. 72
Steering (display message) .............. 251
Steering assistant STEER CON-
TROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 102
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 205
Cleaning ......................................... 303
Important safety notes .................. 102
Paddle shifters ............................... 153
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 153
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 219
Stowage Center console (front) .................... 267
Stowage areas ................................... 267 Stowage compartments
Armrest (front) ............................... 268
Armrest (under) ............................. 268
Center console (rear) ..................... 269
Cup holders ................................... 273
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 267
Glove box ....................................... 267
Important safety information ......... 267
Parcel net ...................................... 269
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger sea t.............................. 268
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 326
Sun visor ............................................ 275
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 216
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 26
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 137 T
Tachometer ........................................ 205
Tailgate Display message ............................ 250
Emergency unlocking ....................... 86
Important safety notes .................... 83
Limiting the opening angle ............... 86
Obstruction detectio n...................... 84
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 84
Opening/closing automatically
from inside ....................................... 85
Opening/closing automatically
from outside .................................... 85
Opening dimensions ...................... 368
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 235
see Lights
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Technical data
Information .................................... 360
Tires/wheels ................................. 352
Vehicle data ................................... 368 18
Index

TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 281
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 281
Downloading routes ....................... 285
Emergency call .............................. 278
General notes ................................ 277
Geo fencing ................................... 285
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 284
MB info call button ....................... .280
Remote vehicle locking .................. 283
Roadside Assistance button .......... 280
Search & Send ............................... 282
Self-test ......................................... 278
Speed alert ................................... .285
System .......................................... 278
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 285
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 284
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 283
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................ .212
Display message ............................ 251
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 211
Number from the phone book ....... .212
Redialing ........................................ 212
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 212
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 204
Coolant (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 218
Engine oil (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 218
Outside temperature ..................... .205
Setting (climate control) ................ 133
Through-loading ................................ 269
Time see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 219
Tiredness assistant see ATTENTION ASSIST
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 308
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 332
Checking manually ........................ 331
Display message ............................ 245
Important safety notes .................. 332 Maximum ....................................... 330
Notes ............................................. 329
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 310
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 310
Recommended ............................... 328
see Tire pressure
Tire pressure loss warning sys-
tem
General notes ................................ 331
Important safety notes .................. 331
Restarting ...................................... 331
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 334
Function/notes ............................ .332
General notes ................................ 332
Restarting ...................................... 334
Warning lamp ................................. 263
Warning message .......................... 334
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 346
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 345
Bar (definition) ............................... 345
Changing a wheel .......................... 347
Characteristics .............................. 345
Checking ........................................ 325
Curb weight (definition) ................. 346
Definition of terms ......................... 345
Direction of rotatio n...................... 348
Display message ............................ 245
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 347
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 344
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 345
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 345
General notes ................................ 352
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 346
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 346
Important safety notes .................. 324
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 345
Information on driving .................... 324 Index
19

Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 346
Labeling (overview) ........................ 341
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 347
Load index .....................................3
44
Load index (definition) ................... 346
M+S tires ....................................... 326
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 346
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 346
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................ .346
Maximum tire load ......................... 339
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 346
MOExtended tires .......................... 326
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 347
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) .......................................... .346
Replacing ....................................... 348
Service life ..................................... 326
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 347
Snow chains .................................. 327
Speed rating (definition) ................ 346
Storing .......................................... .348
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 345
Summer tires ................................. 167
Summer tires in winter .................. 326
Temperature .................................. 341
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 347
Tire bead (definition) ..................... .347
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 347
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 345
Tire size (data) ............................... 352
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 342
Tire tread ....................................... 325
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 347
Total load limit (definition) ............. 347
Traction ......................................... 340
Traction (definition) ....................... 347
Tread wea r..................................... 340
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 340
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 345 Wear indicator (definition) ............. 347
Wheel and tire combination ........... 354
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 345
see Flat tire
Tool
see Vehicle tool kit
Top Tether ............................................ 61
Towing away Important safety guidelines ........... 317
Installing the towing eye ................ 318
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 320
Removing the towing eye ............... 319
Transporting the vehicle ................ 320
With both axles on the ground ....... 319
With front axle raised ..................... 319
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 320
Important safety notes .................. 317
Installing the towing eye ................ 318
Removing the towing eye ............... 319
Traction system
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac-
tion System)
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 149
Transporting the vehicle .................. 320
Traveling uphill Brow of hill ..................................... 171
Driving downhill ............................. 171
Maximum gradient-climbing capa-
bility ............................................... 171
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 303
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 207
Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 207
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 208
see Trip odometer
Trunk
see Cargo compartment
see Tailgate
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 368
Turn signals Changing bulbs (front) ................... 119
Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 120 20
Index

Display message ............................ 235
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....................... 83
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 82 V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 275
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 28
Data acquisition ............................... 29
Equipment ....................................... 24
Individual settings .......................... 215
Limited Warranty ............................. 29
Loading .......................................... 335
Locking (in an emergency )............... 83
Locking (SmartKey ).......................... 76
Lowering ........................................ 351
Maintenance .................................... 25
Parking for a long period ................ 162
Pulling away ................................... 144
Raising ........................................... 349
Reporting problems ......................... 28
Securing from rolling away ............ 349
Towing away .................................. 317
Tow-starting ................................... 317
Transporting .................................. 320
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 83
Unlocking (SmartKey )...................... 76
Vehicle data ................................... 368
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 368
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 369
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 369
Maximum water depth ................... 369
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 368
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 83Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 360
Vehicle maintenance see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 306
Ventilation see Climate control
Video (DVD) ........................................ 211
VIN Seat ............................................... 361
Type plate ...................................... 360 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 254
Brakes ........................................... 254
Check Engine ................................. 260
Coolant .......................................... 260
Distance warning ........................... 262
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 262
ESP ®
.............................................. 256
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 257
Fuel tank ........................................ 260
Overview .......................................... 34
Reserve fue l................................... 260
Restraint system ............................ 259
Seat belt ........................................ 252
SPORT handling mod e................... 257
Tire pressure monitor .................... 263
Warranty .............................................. 24
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 251
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 351
Wheel chock ...................................... 349
see Wheel chock
Wheels
Changing a whee l.......................... 347
Checking ........................................ 325
Cleaning ......................................... 300
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 348
General notes ................................ 352
Important safety notes .................. 324
Information on driving .................... 324 Index
21

Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to 00C3of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion. Environmental concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to regen-
erate or re-use them. Observe the relevant
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. In this way you will
help to protect the environment. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed inthe following areas of your vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint sys-
tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop. Introduction
23 Z

the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCede s(1-800-367-6372 )or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA
and 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 fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel may cause damage to the catalytic con-
verter.
R the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
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 Sports Utility Vehicle
G
WARNING
Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle
may start to skid and roll over in the event of
an abrupt steering maneuver and/or when the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road
conditions. There is a risk of an accident.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to
the vehicle's driving characteristics and to theprevailing road and weather conditions.
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-
over 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.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig- nificantly more likely to die than a person
wearing a seat belt.
You and all vehicle occupants should always
wear your seat belts. Operating safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/mainte-
nance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving. G
WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire. 26
Introduction