2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA SUV wiper blades

Display message ............................ 247
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 68
BAS .................................................. 69
Brake fluid (notes) ........................ .356
Braking assistance appropriate to
the situation ..................................... 71
Display message ............................ 235
Driving tips ................................... .170
Hill start assist ............................... 147
HOLD function ............................... 186
Important safety notes .................. 170
Parking brake ................................ 167
Warning lamp ................................. 266
Braking assistance appropriate to
the situation
Function/notes ................................ 71
Breakdown
Where will I find...? ........................ 315
see Flat tyre
see Tow-starting
see Towing away
Buttons on the steering column ...... 218C
Calling up a fault see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Car wash (care) ................................. 308
Care
Automatic car wash ....................... 308
Carpets .......................................... 314
Display .......................................... .312
Exhaust pipe .................................. 312
Exterior lighting ............................ .311
Gear or selector lever .................... 313
High-pressure cleaner .................... 309
Interior .......................................... .312
Matt paintwork .............................. 309
Notes ............................................. 308
Paint .............................................. 309
Plastic trim ................................... .312
Reversing camera .......................... 311
Roof lining ...................................... 314
Seat belt ........................................ 313
Seat cover ..................................... 313 Sensors ......................................... 311
Steering wheel ............................... 313
Trim pieces ................................... .313
Washing by hand ........................... 308
Wheels .......................................... .310
Windows ........................................ 310
Wiper blades .................................. 310
Wooden trim .................................. 313
CD
See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 277
CD player (on-board computer) ........224
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 229
Locking/unlocking (key ).................. 79
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 37
Upper section .................................. 36
Changing a wheel
Wheels and tyres ........................... 343
Child
Restraint system .............................. 57
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 61
i-Size ................................................ 57
ISOFIX .............................................. 57
On the front-passenger sea t............ 60
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 61
Recommendations ........................... 65
Suitable positions ............................ 61
Top Tether ....................................... 59
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 66
Rear doors ....................................... 67
Children in the vehicle
Important safety notes .................... 56
Cigarette lighter ................................ 298
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 311
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 312
Climate control
Air conditioning ............................. 129
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 137
Controlling automaticall y............... 132
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 136
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 132
Demisting the windows .................. 135 Index
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Important safety notes .................. 334
Information on driving .................... 334
Removing a wheel
.......................... 345
Storing ........................................... 343
Tightening torque ........................... 346
Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 347
Wheels and tyres
Changing a whee l.......................... 343
Windowbag
Display message ............................ 243
Operation ......................................... 49
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 310
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting ...................................... 134
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system
Important safety notes .................. 357
Topping up ..................................... 306
Windscreen wipers
Display message ............................ 263
Problem (malfunction) ................... 127
Rear window wipe r........................ 124
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 125
Switching on/of f........................... 124
Winter driving
General notes ................................ 336
Winter operation
Slippery road surfaces ................... 172
Snow chains .................................. 337
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 229
M+S tyres ...................................... 336
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 310
Important safety notes .................. 125
Replacing (on the rear window )..... 126
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 313
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop Z
ZONE function Switching on/of f........................... 134 24
Index

Windscreen wipers
Switching the windscreen wipers on/
off
! Do not operate the windscreen wipers when
the windscreen is dry, as this could damage
the wiper blades. Moreover, dust that has col-
lected on the windscreen can scratch the
glass if wiping takes place when the wind-
screen is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windscreen wipers in dry weather conditions, always
operate them using washer fluid.
! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on
the windscreen after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this may be
due to wax or other residue. Clean the wind-
screen with washer fluid after an automatic
car wash. Combination switch
1
$ Windscreen wipers off
2 Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor set
to low sensitivity)
3 Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
4 ° Continuous wipe, slow
5 ¯ Continuous wipe, fast
B í Single wipe/î wipes the wind-
screen using washer fluid
X Turn the key to position 1or2 in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 144).
X Turn the combination switch to the corre-
sponding position.
! Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the wind-
screen becomes dirty in dry weather condi-
tions, the windscreen wipers may be activa-
ted inadvertently. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades or scratch the wind-
screen.
For this reason, you should always switch off
the windscreen wipers in dry weather.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: in the ÄorÅ
position, the appropriate wiping frequency is
automatically set according to the intensity of
the rain. In the Åposition, the rain sensor is
more sensitive than in the Äposition, caus-
ing the windscreen wiper to wipe more fre-
quently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windscreen will
no longer be wiped properly. This could mean
you are unable to observe the traffic conditions. Switching the rear window wiper on/
off Combination switch
:
è Switch
2 ô Wipes with washer fluid
3 ISwitches on intermittent wiping
4 0Switches off intermittent wiping
5 ô Wipes with washer fluid
X Turn the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 144).
X Slide switch :on the combination switch to
the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the è symbol appears in the assistance
graphic in the instrument cluster. Further
information on the assistance graphic
(Y page 226). 124
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Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you can be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of
injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
! To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper
blades, make sure that you touch only the
wiper arm of the windscreen wiper.
! Never open the bonnet/tailgate if a wiper
arm is folded away from the windscreen/rear
window.
Never fold a windscreen wiper arm without a
wiper blade back onto the windscreen/rear
window.
Hold the windscreen wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release the
wiper arm without a wiper blade and it falls
onto the windscreen/rear window, the wind-
screen/rear window may be damaged by the
force of the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades Removing the wiper blades
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEY-
LESS-GO start function:
remove the key
from the ignition lock.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-
GO start function:
switch off the engine.
X Fold the wiper arm away from the windscreen. X
Hold on to the wiper arm with one hand. With
the other hand, turn the wiper blade in the
direction of arrow :away from the wiper arm
as far as it will go.
X Slide catch ;in the direction of arrow =
until it engages in the removal position with a noticeable click. X
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of
arrow ?away from the wiper arm.
Fitting the wiper blades X
Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper arm
in the direction of arrow :. Windscreen wipers
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X
Slide catch ;in the direction of arrow =
until it engages in the locking position with a
noticeable click.
X Make sure that the wiper blade sits correctly.
X Fold the wiper arm back onto the windscreen. X
Remove protective film :of the service indi-
cator on the tip of the wiper blade.
If the colour of the service indicator changes
from black to yellow, the wiper blades should be replaced.
i The duration of the colour change varies
depending on the usage conditions. Replacing the rear window wiper blade Removing a wiper blade
X
Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEY-
LESS-GO start function: remove the key
from the ignition lock.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-
GO start function: switch off the engine.
X Fold wiper arm ?away from the rear window.
X Press both release clips ;.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow =away from wiper arm ?.
X Remove wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow A.
Fitting a wiper blade X
Position new wiper blade :with recess B
on lug A.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of arrow
= onto the wiper arm until retaining clips ;
engage in bracket ?.
X Make sure that wiper blade :is seated cor-
rectly.
X Fold the wiper arm back onto the rear win-
dow. 126
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Care
General notes
H
Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible man- ner.
! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any of
the following:
R dry, rough or hard cloths
R abrasive cleaning agents
R solvents
R cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces or protective films
with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice scraper.
You could otherwise scratch or damage the
surfaces and protective film.
! Do not park up your vehicle for a long period
of time immediately after cleaning, particu-
larly after cleaning the wheel rim with wheel
cleaner. Wheel cleaner may lead to increased corrosion of the brake discs and pads. You
should therefore drive for a few minutes after
cleaning. By heating up the brakes, the brake
discs and pads dry. The vehicle can then be
parked up for a long period of time.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Washing the vehicle and cleaning the
paintwork
Automatic car wash G
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after the vehicle has been washed. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
After washing the vehicle, brake carefully
while paying attention to the traffic conditions in order to restore full braking efficiency. !
When Distance Pilot DISTRONIC or the
HOLD function is activated, the vehicle
brakes automatically in certain situations.
To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate
Distance Pilot DISTRONIC and the HOLD
function in the following or similar situations:
R when towing away
R in a car wash
! Make sure that the automatic transmission
is in position Nwhen washing your vehicle in
a tow-through car wash. The vehicle could be
damaged if the transmission is in another
position.
! Make sure that:
R the side windows and sliding sunroof are
closed completely
R the blower is switched off
R the windscreen wiper switch is at position
0
R the 360° camera or the reversing camera is
deactivated
The vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, wash off excess dirt
before cleaning the vehicle in an automatic car
wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off the
wax from the windscreen and the windscreen
wiper blades. This will prevent smears and
reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the
windscreen.
Washing by hand In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements for each indi-
vidual country.
X Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
X Use a soft sponge to clean.
X Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
tle jet of water.
X Do not point the water jet directly towards the
air inlet. 308
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Observe these notes if your vehicle has a clear
matt finish. This will help you to avoid damage to the paintwork due to incorrect treatment.
These notes also apply to light-alloy wheels with a clear matt finish.
The vehicle should preferably be washed by
hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo and
plenty of water.
Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care
products. Cleaning vehicle parts
Cleaning the wheels G
WARNING
The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind- ers) can cause damage not visible from the
outside to tyres or chassis components. Com-
ponents damaged in this way can unexpect-
edly fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu-
lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have dam- aged tyres or chassis components replaced
immediately.
! Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
! Do not park up your vehicle for a long period
of time immediately after cleaning, particu-
larly after cleaning the wheel rim with wheel
cleaner. Wheel cleaner may lead to increased corrosion of the brake discs and pads. You
should therefore drive for a few minutes after
cleaning. By heating up the brakes, the brake
discs and pads dry. The vehicle can then be
parked up for a long period of time.
Cleaning the windows G
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers are set in motion
when cleaning the windscreen or wiper
blades, you could become trapped. There is a danger of injury. Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
the ignition before cleaning the windscreen or wiper blades.
! Only fold the windscreen wipers away from
the windscreen when vertical. Otherwise, you
will damage the bonnet.
! Do not use dry cloths, abrasive cleaning
agents, solvents or solvent-based cleaning
agents to clean the inside of the windows/
windscreen. Do not touch the inside of the
windows/windscreen with hard items such
as an ice scraper or a ring. Otherwise, the
windows/windscreen could be damaged.
! Clean the water drainage channels of the
windscreen and the rear window at regular
intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and
pollen may under certain circumstances pre-
vent water from draining away. This can lead
to corrosion damage and damage to elec-
tronic components.
X Clean the inside and outside of the windows
with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Cleaning the wiper blades G
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers are set in motion
when cleaning the windscreen or wiper
blades, you could become trapped. There is a danger of injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
the ignition before cleaning the windscreen orwiper blades.
! Only fold the windscreen wipers away from
the windscreen when vertical. Otherwise, you
will damage the bonnet.
! Do not pull on the wiper blade. Otherwise,
the wiper blade could be damaged.
! Do not clean wiper blades too often and do
not rub them too hard. Otherwise, the graph- ite coating could be damaged. This could
cause wiper noise.
! Hold the wiper arm securely when folding
back. The windscreen could be damaged if
the wiper arm hits against it suddenly. 310
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X
Fold the wiper arms away from the wind-
screen.
X Clean the wiper blades carefully using a damp
cloth.
X Fold the windscreen wipers back again before
switching on the ignition.
Cleaning the exterior lighting !
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths
that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable
cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could
scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the
exterior lighting.
X Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light-
ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning
agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or
cleaning cloths.
Cleaning the mirror turn signal !
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths
that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable
cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could
scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the
mirror turn signals.
X Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn sig-
nals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g.
Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning
cloths.
Cleaning the sensors !
If you clean the sensors with a high-pressure
cleaner, make sure that you keep a distance
of at least 30 cm between the vehicle and the high-pressure cleaner nozzle. Information
about the correct distance is available from
the equipment manufacturer. X
Clean sensors :of the driving systems with
water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
Cleaning the reversing camera !
Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the reversing camera with a high-pres-
sure cleaner. X
Make sure that the vehicle is at a standstill
and the key is in position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Open the camera cover for cleaning via the
multimedia system; see the separate Owner's
Manual.
X To clean the reversing camera: use clean
water and a soft cloth to clean camera
lens :. Care
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