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GWARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite ifit comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
X To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab.
X Add the premixed washer fluid.
X To close: press cap : onto the filler neck
until it engages.
The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the
windshield washer system and the headlamp
cleaning system.
On vehicles with the headlamp cleaning sys-
tem, the recommended minimum washer
fluid level is 3.5 liters.
On vehicles without a headlamp cleaning sys- tem, the recommended minimum washer
fluid level is 1 liter.
If the washer fluid level drops below 1 liter, amessage appears in the multifunction display
prompting you to refill the washer fluid
( Y page 258).
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze ( Y page 379).
ASSYST PLUS
Service messages
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
informs you of the next service due date. Information on the type of service and service
intervals (see the separate Maintenance
Booklet).
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
iThe ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not show any information on the
engine oil level. Observe the notes on the
engine oil level ( Y page 301).
The multifunction display shows a service
message for several seconds, e.g.:
R
Service A in .. Days
RService A Due
RService A Exceeded by ... Days
Depending on the operating conditions of the vehicle, the remaining time or distance until
the next service due date is displayed.
The letter
A or B, possibly in connection with a
number or another letter, shows the type of
service.
A stands for a minor service and B for
a major service.
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not take into account any periods of
time during which the battery is disconnec-
ted.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
X Note down the service due date displayed
in the multifunction display before discon-
necting the battery.
or
X After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the
service date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message
X Press the % or a button on the steer-
ing wheel.
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XWipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
X Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod-
ucts recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
The surface may change color temporarily.
Wait until the surface is dry again.
Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or selector lever
X Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use
leather care agents that have been recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-
ments
! Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, pol-
ishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface.
! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.
The trim pieces have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and
can lose their shine if chrome polish is
used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead
when cleaning the trim pieces.
If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very
dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you
are unsure as to whether the trim pieces
are chrome-plated or not, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
X Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with
a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber
cloth.
X Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the seat covers
General notes
! Do not use microfiber cloths to clean gen-
uine leather, artificial leather or DINAMICA covers. If used often, these can damage the
cover.
iNote that regular care is essential to
ensure that the appearance and comfort of the covers is retained over time.
Genuine leather seat covers
Leather is a natural product.
It exhibits natural surface characteristics, for
example:
R differences in the texture
R marks caused by growth and injury
R slight nuances of color
These are characteristics of leather and not
material defects.
! To retain the natural appearance of the
leather, observe the following cleaning
instructions:
R Clean genuine leather covers carefully
with a damp cloth and then wipe the cov-
ers down with a dry cloth.
R Make sure that the leather does not
become soaked. It may otherwise
become rough and cracked.
R Only use leather care agents that have
been tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz. You can obtain these from a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Seat covers of other materials
! Observe the following when cleaning:
R clean artificial leather covers with a cloth
moistened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e.g. dish washing liquid).
R clean cloth covers with a microfiber cloth
moistened with a solution containing 1%
detergent (e.g. dish washing liquid). Rub
carefully and always wipe entire seat sec- tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Leave
the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning
results depend on the type of dirt and
how long it has been there.
R clean DINAMICA covers with a damp
cloth. Make sure that you wipe entire
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Refrigerant instruction label
Example: refrigerant instruction label :
Warning symbol
;Refrigerant filling capacity
=Applicable standards
?PAG oil part number
AType of refrigerant
Warning symbol : advises you about:
R possible dangers
R having service work carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop
Filling capacities
All modelsCapacity
Refrigerant20.8 ± 0.4 oz
(590 ± 10 g)
PAG oil4.2 oz
(120 g)
Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
R the heights specified may vary as a result
of:
- tires
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
R optional equipment reduces the maximum
payload.
Dimensions and weights
Model:
Opening
height
;
Max.
headroom
GLK 250 Blue-
TEC 4MATIC82.2 in
(2087 mm)77.0 in
(1955 mm)
All other mod-
els82.1 in
(2086 mm)76.9 in
(1954 mm)
All models
Vehicle length178.6 in (4536 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors79.4 in (2016 mm)
Wheelbase108.5 in (2755 mm)
380Vehicle data
Technical data