2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA Owners Manual

Tires
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Check Tire Pres‐Check Tire Pres‐sure Soonsure SoonCanada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significantloss in pressure.
A warning tone also sounds.
Possible causes:
Ryou have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or instal-led new wheels and tires
Rthe tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped
GWARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards:
Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Rthey may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatlyimpair tire traction.
Rthe driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, maybe greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 287).
XCheck the tire pressures and, if necessary, correct the tire pres-sure.
XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system when the tire pres-sure is correct (Ypage 311).
Check Tire Pres‐Check Tire Pres‐sure Then Restartsure Then RestartRun Flat IndicatorRun Flat Indicator
Canada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system generated a display messageand has not been restarted since.
XSet the correct tire pressure in all four tires.
XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system (Ypage 311).
Run Flat IndicatorRun Flat IndicatorInoperativeInoperativeCanada only:
The tire pressure loss warning system is faulty.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Please CorrectPlease CorrectTire PressureTire PressureUSA only:
The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tirepressure difference between the wheels is too great.
XCheck the tire pressures at the next opportunity (Ypage 311).
XIf necessary, correct the tire pressure.
XRestart the tire pressure monitor (Ypage 314).
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Check TiresCheck TiresUSA only:
The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. Thewheel position appears in the multifunction display.
A warning tone also sounds.
GWARNING
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards:
Rthey may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Rthey may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatlyimpair tire traction.
Rthe driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, maybe greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 287).
XCheck the tire pressure (Ypage 311).
XIf necessary, correct the tire pressure.
Warning Tire Mal‐Warning Tire Mal‐functionfunctionUSA only:
The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. Thewheel position appears in the multifunction display.
GWARNING
Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards:
Ra flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle
Ryou could lose control of the vehicle
Rcontinued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or brakingmaneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flattire (Ypage 287).
Tire Press. Moni‐Tire Press. Moni‐tor Currentlytor CurrentlyUnavailableUnavailable
USA only:
Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves,no signals from the tire pressure sensors are detected. The tirepressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning.
XDrive on.The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as theproblem has been resolved.
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TirePress. Sen‐TirePress. Sen‐sor(s) Missingsor(s) MissingUSA only:
There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or severaltires. The pressure of the affected tire does not appear in the multi-function display.
XHave the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified spe-cialist workshop.
Tire Pressure Moni‐Tire Pressure Moni‐tor Inoperative Notor Inoperative NoWheel SensorsWheel Sensors
USA only:
The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor.The tire pressure monitor is deactivated.
XMount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after drivingfor a few minutes.
Tire Press. Moni‐Tire Press. Moni‐tor Inoperativetor InoperativeUSA only:
The tire pressure monitor is faulty.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Vehicle
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Depress Brake toDepress Brake toStart EngineStart EngineYou have attempted to start the engine with the transmission inposition\\without depressing the brake pedal.
XDepress the brake pedal.
To Deselect P orTo Deselect P orN, Depress BrakeN, Depress Brakeand Start Engineand Start Engine
You attempted to shift the transmission to position^or[with-out starting the engine.
XStart the engine.
XDepress the brake pedal.
iIt is possible to shift the transmission from position]to thedesired position only if you depress the brake pedal. Only thencan the parking lock be deactivated. If you do not depress thebrake pedal, the DIRECT SELECT lever can still be moved but theparking lock remains engaged.
iAt transmission fluid temperatures below

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Transmission NotTransmission Notin P Risk of Vehi‐in P Risk of Vehi‐cle Rolling Awaycle Rolling Away
The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission isin position^,\\or[.
A warning tone also sounds.
GWARNING
The vehicle may roll away.
There is a risk of an accident.
XShift the transmission to position].
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XClose the driver's door completely.
Service RequiredService RequiredDo Not Shift GearsDo Not Shift GearsVisit DealerVisit Dealer
You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position[is selected:
XDrive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans-mission from position[.
If position^,\\or]is selected:
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XNotify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Only Shift to 'P'Only Shift to 'P'when Vehicle iswhen Vehicle isStationaryStationary
The vehicle is moving.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XShift the transmission to position].
To Engage Trans‐To Engage Trans‐miss. Position Rmiss. Position RFirst Depress theFirst Depress theBrakeBrake
You have attempted to shift from position[or\\to position^.
XShift the transmission to position^with the brake pedaldepressed.
Reversing Not Pos‐Reversing Not Pos‐sible Servicesible ServiceRequiredRequired
The automatic transmission is malfunctioning. You cannot back up.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Transmission Mal‐Transmission Mal‐functionfunctionThe automatic transmission is malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Transmission Mal‐Transmission Mal‐function Stopfunction StopThe automatic transmission is malfunctioning.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Stop Vehicle ShiftStop Vehicle Shiftto P Leave Engineto P Leave EngineRunningRunning
The automatic transmission has overheated.
XDrive on carefully.The automatic transmission is available again when the displaymessage goes out.
If the multifunction display still shows the display message:
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XWait until the automatic transmission has cooled down and thedisplay message has disappeared.
Auxiliary BatteryAuxiliary BatteryMalfunctionMalfunctionThe auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longerbeing charged.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
XUntil then, always shift the transmission to position]beforeyou switch off the engine.
XBefore leaving the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake.
Trans. Oil Overhea‐Trans. Oil Overhea‐ted Drive on withted Drive on withCareCare
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the transmission oil has overheated.
Manual drive programcand the temporarily active manual driveprogram are no longer available. The engine power output isreduced.
XAllow the vehicle to cool down.
4matic Currently4matic CurrentlyUnavailableUnavailable4MATIC has overheated. The vehicle is only driven by the frontwheels.
XDrive on.The airflow cools 4MATIC more quickly.
When the display message goes out, 4MATIC is available againand the vehicle is driven by all four wheels.
4matic Inoperative4matic Inoperative4MATIC is malfunctioning. The vehicle is only driven by the frontwheels.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
eThe tailgate is open
GWARNING
When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicleinterior if the tailgate is open.
There is a risk of poisoning.
XClose the tailgate.
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fThe hood is open.
A warning tone also sounds.
GWARNING
The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, payingattention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 145).
XClose the hood.
QAt least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
XClose all the doors.

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