2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA tailgate

Rif the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.Observe the notes on cleaning(Ypage 283)
Rif the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In thiscase, have the camera position and settingchecked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The field of vision and other functions of therear view camera may be restricted due toadditional accessories on the rear of the vehi-cle (e.g. license plate holder, rear bicyclerack).
iThe contrast of the display may be affec-ted by the sudden presence of sunlight orother light sources, e.g. when exiting agarage. Pay particular attention in this situa-tion.
iIf usability is severely restricted, e.g. dueto pixel errors, have the display repaired orreplaced.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera
XTo activate:make sure that the SmartKeyis in positionHin the ignition lock.
XMake sure that theActivation by R gearActivation by R gearfunction is selected in the multimedia sys-tem; see the Digital Operator's Manual.
XEngage reverse gear.The area behind the vehicle is shown withguide lines in the multimedia system dis-play.
The image from the rear view camera isavailable throughout the maneuvering proc-ess.
To deactivate:the rear view camera deacti-vates if you shift the transmission to]orafter driving forwards a short distance.
The inner segments of the warning indicatorare displayed in red if there is a complete sys-tem failure. The indicator lamp in thePARKTRONIC button lights up.
If the system fails at the rear of the vehicle:
Rthe rear segments are shown in red whenbacking up.
Rthe rear segments are hidden when drivingforwards.
Messages in the multimedia system
display
The rear view camera may show a distortedview of obstacles, show them incorrectly ornot at all. The rear view camera does not showobjects in the following positions:
Rvery close to the rear bumper
Runder the rear bumper
Rin the area immediately above the tailgatehandle
!Objects not at ground level may appear tobe further away than they actually are, e.g.:
Rthe bumper of a parked vehicle
Rthe drawbar of a trailer
Rthe ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch
Rthe rear section of an HGV
Ra slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.Approach objects no further than the bot-tom-most guideline.
CYellow guide line at a distance of approx-imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of thevehicle
DWhite guide line without steering input –vehicle width including the exterior mirrors(static)

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
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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On-b oard computer and displays
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Loading guidelines
GWARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured
or not secured sufficiently, they could slip,
tip over or be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the event of sudden braking
or a sudden change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
GDANGER
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior
if the tailgate is open while the engine is
running, especially if the vehicle is in
motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate
open.
GWARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could
burn yourself. There is a risk of burns.
Always be particularly careful and supervise
children closely around the exhaust pipe and
the exhaust pipe trims. Allow these compo-
nents to cool down before touching them.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehicleare dependent on the distribution of the loadwithin the vehicle.
Observe the following notes when loading andtransporting a load:
RNever exceed the maximum permissiblegross vehicle mass or the gross axle weightrating for the vehicle (including occupants).The values are specified on the vehicle iden-
tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver'sdoor.
RThe cargo compartment is the preferredplace to carry objects.
RPosition heavy loads as far forward as possi-ble and as low down in the cargo compart-ment as possible.
RThe load must not protrude above the upperedge of the seat backrests.
RAlways place the load against the rear orfront seat backrests. Make sure that theseat backrests are securely locked intoplace.
RAlways place the load behind unoccupiedseats if possible.
RUse the cargo tie-down rings and the parcelnets to transport loads and luggage.
RUse cargo tie-down rings and fasteningmaterials appropriate for the weight andsize of the load.
RThe maximum load capacity of the stowagewell under the cargo compartment floor is55 lbs(25 kg).
RSecure the load with sufficiently strong andwear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edgesfor protection.
!Do not position the load on one part of thefolding cargo compartment floor only. Themaximum load capacity of the folding cargocompartment floor is 220 lbs(100 kg). Dis-tribute theweight evenly to avoid damagingthe cargo compartment floor. Place a solidboard under the load if necessary. Pleasenote that the load on the cargo compart-ment floor will be increased when the loadis lashed down.
Stowage areas
Stowage spaces
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you transport objects in the vehicle inte-
rior and these are not adequately secured,
they could slip or be flung around and
thereby strike vehicle occupants. In addi-
tion, cup holders, open stowage spaces and
mobile phone brackets may not always be
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Stowage and features

Vehicles with the cargo compartment pack-age: to enlarge the cargo compartment, youcan adjust the rear seat backrests to a 15°steeper angle (cargo position).
XFold the seat backrest forward(Ypage 254).
XMove handleCin the direction of thearrow.
XPush back seat backrestDas far as han-dleCuntil the backrest engages.The backrest is now in the cargo position.
Securing loads
Cargo tie-down rings
Observe the following notes on securing loads:
RObserve the loading guidelines(Ypage 250).
RSecure the load using the cargo tie-downrings.
RDistribute the load on the cargo tie-downrings evenly.
RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure aload, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads.
RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edgesor corners.
RPad sharp edges for protection.
CCargo tie-down rings
Bag hook
GWARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug-
gage could be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
!The bag hook can bear a maximum load of6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used tosecure a load.
CBag hook
Parcel shelf
!The maximum load which may be placedon the parcel shelf is 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg).
XTo remove:detach strapsCfrom the tail-gate.
XFold the parcel shelf downwards.
XPull the parcel shelf out to the rearD.
XTo install:place the parcel shelf on theguide rails on the left and right.
XPush the parcel shelf evenly forwards usingboth hands until it engages.
XFold the parcel shelf up.
XAttach strapsCto the tailgate.
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Stowage and features
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Stowage well under the cargo com-
partment floor
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you drive when the cargo compartment
floor is open, objects could be flung around,
thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a
risk of injury, particularly in the event of sud-
den braking or a sudden change in direction.
Always close the cargo compartment floor
before a journey.
!The maximum load capacity of the stow-age well under the cargo compartment flooris 55 lbs (25 kg).
There is a stowage area for TIREFIT, the vehi-cle tool kit, a folding box, etc. underneath thecargo compartment floor.
Opening/closing the cargo compart-
ment floor
XTo open:open the tailgate.
XUnlock the cargo compartment floor.
XHolding ribbingD, press handleCdown-wards.HandleCfolds up.
XUsing handleC, swing the cargo compart-ment floor upwards as far as side flaps

exceed the vehicle's maximum design speedof 50 mph (80 km/h).
You should regularly check the pressure of theemergency spare wheel, particularly prior tolong trips, and correct the pressure as neces-sary (Ypage 307). The value on the wheel isvalid.
Snow chains must not be mounted on emer-gency spare wheels.
General notes
You can ask for information regarding permit-ted emergency spare wheels at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.
An emergency spare wheel may also be moun-ted against the direction of rotation. Observethe time restriction on use as well as thespeed limitation specified on the emergencyspare wheel.
Replace the tires after six years at the latest,regardless of wear. This also applies to theemergency spare wheel.
Tire pressure loss warning system (Can-ada only):as long as you are driving with theemergency spare wheel mounted, the tirepressure loss warning system cannot functionreliably. Only restart the tire pressure losswarning system when the defective wheel hasbeen replaced with a new wheel.
Vehicles with tire pressure monitor (USAonly):after an emergency spare wheel hasbeen mounted, the system may still displaythe tire pressure of the removed wheel for afew minutes. The value displayed for themounted emergency spare wheel is not thesame as the current tire pressure of the emer-gency spare wheel.
Removing the emergency spare
wheel
Vehicles with the "Minispare" emergency sparewheel
The "Minispare" emergency spare wheel issecured in emergency spare wheel bagCinthe cargo compartment.
XOpen the tailgate.
XRelease securing strapsDon emergencyspare wheel bagC.
XRemove emergency spare wheel bagCwith the "Minispare" emergency sparewheel.
XOpen emergency spare wheel bagCandremove the "Minispare" emergency sparewheel.
Observe the instructions and safety notes inthe "Changing a wheel" section (Ypage 326).
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Wheels and tires
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