2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC-Class radio

Useful information
i
This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip-
ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's Manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
iRead the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (
Ypage 27).
SmartKey
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
Ropen the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
Rget out and disrupt traffic.
Roperate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
Rrelease the parking brake.
Rshifting the automatic transmission out of
park position P
RStart the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
GWARNING
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten-
tionally turned in the ignition lock. This could
cause the engine to be switched off. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to theSmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before
inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
!Keep the SmartKey away from strong
magnetic fields. Otherwise, the remote
control function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
Do not keep the SmartKey:
Rwith electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
phone or another SmartKey.
Rwith metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil.
Rinside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case.
This can affect the functionality of the
SmartKey.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function:
do not keep the SmartKey in the cargo com-
partment. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not
be detected, e.g. when starting the engine
using the Start/Stop button.
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the
SmartKey determines whether a valid Smart-
Key is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example:
Rwhen starting the engine
Rwhilst driving
Rwhen the external door handles are
touched
Rduring convenience closing
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SmartKey functions
:&To lock the vehicle
;FTo open/close the tailgate
=%To unlock the vehicle
XTo unlock centrally: press%button.
If you do not open the vehicle within
approximately 40 seconds of unlocking:
Rthe vehicle is locked again.
Rprotection against theft is reactivated.
XTo lock centrally: press the&button.
The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks the following components:
Rthe doors
Rthe tailgate
Rthe fuel filler flap
The turn signals flash once when unlocking
and three times when locking.
You can also set an audible signal to confirm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated and deactivated via
COMAND or Audio 20 (see the separate oper-
ating instructions).
You will receive visual and acoustic locking
confirmation if all components were able to
be locked.
When the locator lighting is activated via
COMAND or Audio 20, it lights up when it is
dark and after the vehicle is unlocked with the
SmartKey (see the separate operating
instructions).
XTo open the tailgate automatically from outside the vehicle: press and hold the
F button until the tailgate opens.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-
GO start function:
XTo close the tailgate automatically from
outside the vehicle: if the SmartKey is
located in the immediate vicinity of the
vehicle, press the Fbutton on the
SmartKey.
When the tailgate closes you can then
release the button.
KEYLESS-GO
General notes
Bear in mind that the engine can be started by
any of the vehicle occupants if there is a
SmartKey in the vehicle.
Locking/unlocking centrally
You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry
the SmartKey with you. You can combine the
functions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a con-ventional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by
using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it
using the &button on the SmartKey.
The driver's door and the door at which the
handle is used, must both be closed. The
SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. When
locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the
distance between the SmartKey and the cor-
responding door handle must not be greater
than 3 ft (1 m).
A brief radio connection between the vehicle
and the SmartKey determines whether a valid
SmartKey is in, or in the direct vicinity of, the
vehicle. This occurs, for example:
Rwhen starting the engine
Rwhilst driving
Rwhen using HANDS-FREE ACCESS
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Problems with the SmartKey
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
You can no longer lock
or unlock the vehicle
using the SmartKey.The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
XCheck the SmartKey battery (Ypage 86) and replace it if nec-
essary (
Ypage 86).
If this does not work:
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
The SmartKey is faulty.
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
XHave the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
You can no longer lock
or unlock the vehicle
using KEYLESS-GO.KEYLESS-GO was deactivated.
XReactivate KEYLESS-GO (Ypage 83).
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
XCheck the SmartKey battery (Ypage 86) and replace it if nec-
essary (
Ypage 86).
If this does not work:
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning.
XLock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of
the SmartKey.
XHave the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote
control function:
XUnlock (Ypage 90) or lock (Ypage 91) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
XHave the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
The engine cannot be
started using the
SmartKey.The on-board voltage is too low.
XSwitch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
XCheck the starter battery and charge it if necessary
(
Ypage 363).
or
XJump-start the vehicle (Ypage 365).
or
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine cannot be
started using the Start/
Stop button. The
SmartKey is in the vehi-
cle.The vehicle is locked.
XUnlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
XCheck the SmartKey battery (Ypage 86) and replace it if nec-
essary (
Ypage 86).
If this does not work:
XStart your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
XStart your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
You have lost a Smart-
Key.XHave the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
XReport the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
XIf necessary, have the locks changed as well.
You have lost the
mechanical key.XReport the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
XIf necessary, have the locks changed as well.
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GWARNING
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.
GWARNING
If the parking brake has not been fully
released when driving, the parking brake can:
Roverheat and cause a fire
Rlose its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release
the parking brake fully before driving off.
!Do not warm up the engine with the vehi-
cle stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid
high engine speeds and driving at full throt-
tle until the engine has reached its operat-
ing temperature.
Only shift the automatic transmission to
the desired drive position when the vehicle
is stationary.
Where possible, avoid spinning the drive
wheels when pulling away on slippery
roads. You could otherwise damage the
drive train.
SmartKey positions
SmartKey
gTo remove the SmartKey
1Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers
2Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position
3To start the engine
iThe SmartKey can be turned in the igni-
tion lock even if it is not the correct Smart- Key for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
Start/Stop button
General notes
When you insert the Start/Stop button into
the ignition lock, the system needs approx-
imately two seconds recognition time. You
can then use the Start/Stop button.
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 immedi-
ately.
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the
SmartKey determines whether a valid Smart-
Key is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example,
when starting the engine.
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Problems with PARKTRONIC
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
Only the red segments
in the PARKTRONIC
warning displays are lit.
You also hear a warning
tone for approximately
two seconds.
PARKTRONIC is then
deactivated and the
indicator lamp on the
PARKTRONIC button
lights up.PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off.
XIf problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Only the red segments
in the PARKTRONIC
warning displays are lit.
PARKTRONIC is then
deactivated.The PARKTRONIC sensors are dirty or there is interference.
XClean the PARKTRONIC sensors (Ypage 348).
XSwitch the ignition back on.
The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or
ultrasound waves.
XSee if PARKTRONIC functions in a different location.
Active Parking Assist
General notes
Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking
aid with ultrasound. It measures the road on
both sides of the vehicle. A parking symbol
indicates a suitable parking space. Active
steering intervention and brake application
can assist you during parking and when exit-
ing a parking space. You may also use
PARKTRONIC (
Ypage 198).
Important safety notes
Active Parking Assist is merely an aid. It is not
a replacement for your attention to your
immediate surroundings. You are always
responsible for safe maneuvering, parking
and exiting a parking space. Make sure that
no persons, animals or objects are in the
maneuvering range.
When PARKTRONIC is switched off, Active
Parking Assist is also unavailable.
GWARNING
While parking or pulling out of a parking
space, the vehicle swings out and can drive
onto areas of the oncoming lane. This could
result in a collision with another road user.
There is a risk of an accident.
Pay attention to other road users. Stop the
vehicle if necessary or cancel the Active Park- ing Assist parking procedure.
!If unavoidable, you should drive over
obstacles such as curbs slowly and not at a
sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage
the wheels or tires.
Active Parking Assist may also display spaces
not suitable for parking, e.g.:
Rwhere parking or stopping is prohibited
Rin front of driveways or entrances and exits
Ron unsuitable surfaces
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the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
Left control panel
òROpens the menu list
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:Press briefly:
RScrolls in lists
RSelects a menu or function
RIn theRadioorMediamenu:
opens the track or station list
and selects a station, an audio
track or a video scene
RIn the Telephonemenu:
switches to the phone book and
selects a name or a telephone
number
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:Press and hold:
RScrolls quickly through all lists
RIn the RadioorMediamenu:
selects a station, audio track or
video scene using rapid scrolling
RIn the Telephonemenu: starts
rapid scrolling if the phone book is open
aRIn all menus: confirms the selec-ted entry in the list
RIn the RadioorMediamenu:
opens the list of available radio
sources or media
RIn the Telephonemenu:
switches to the phone book and
starts dialing the selected num-
ber
ñRVehicles with Audio 20:
Switches off voice-operated con-
trol for navigation (see manufac-
turer's operating instructions)
RVehicles with COMAND:
Switches off the Voice Control
System (see the separate oper-
ating instructions)
%Press briefly:
RBack
RIn the RadioorMediamenu:
deselects the track or station list
or list of available radio sources
or media
RHides display messages
RExits the telephone book/redial
memory
%Press and hold:
RCalls up the standard display in
the Trip
menu
Right control panel
~RRejects or ends a call
RExits the telephone book/redial
memory
6RMakes or accepts a call
RSwitches to the redial memory
W
XRAdjusts the volume
8RMute
óRVehicles with Audio 20:
Switches on voice-operated con-
trol for navigation (see manufac-
turer's operating instructions)
RVehicles with COMAND:
Switches on the Voice Control
System (see the separate oper-
ating instructions)
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On-boa rd computer and displays

Standard displays in the head-up display
The head-up display shows the following contents and information:
:Navigation messages
;Current speed
=Selected DISTRONIC PLUS speed (Ypage 183)
Cruise control set speed (
Ypage 181)
?Detected traffic signs
Setting options
You can adjust the following settings in the
head-up display submenu:
Radjust the position of the head-up display
on the windshield (
Ypage 254)
Radjust the brightness of the displays in the head-up display (
Ypage 255)
Rselect desired displays in the head-up dis-
play (
Ypage 254)
Using the Display Content
function, you
can, depending on your vehicle's equip-
ment, choose between four standard dis-
plays. The selected contents then appear in
the head-up display.
If you select a display with traffic signs,
detected traffic signs from Traffic Sign
Assist appear in the head-up display.
Menus and submenus
Menu overview
Press the òbutton on the steering wheel
to open the menu list.
Operating the on-board computer
(
Ypage 239).
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can
select the following menu:
RTripmenu (Ypage 244)
RNavimenu (navigation instructions)
(
Ypage 246)
RRadiomenu (Ypage 248)
RMediamenu (Ypage 248)
RTelephonemenu (Ypage 250)
RAssistance Graphicmenu
(
Ypage 251)
RServicemenu (Ypage 252)
RSettingsmenu (Ypage 252)
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On-board computer and displays
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