2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA heating

Opening/closing the garage door .. 270
Problems when programming ........ 270
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 268
Synchronizing the rolling code .......269
Gasoline............................................. 335
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles)....... 200
Genuine parts...................................... 25
Glove box...........................................251
Google™ Local Search
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
H
Handling control system
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
HANDS-FREE ACCESS.......................... 80
Hazard warning lamps
Display message ............................ 228
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 95
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 95
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 96
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 105
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher.............................104
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 215
Replacing bulbs .............................107
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Hill start assist.................................. 128
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 166
Activation conditions ..................... 165
Deactivating ................................... 166
Display message ............................ 219
Function/notes .............................165
Home address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Hood
Closing ...........................................274
Display message ............................ 228
Important safety notes .................. 273
Opening ......................................... 273
Horn...................................................... 31
Hydroplaning..................................... 152
I
Ignition key
see SmartKey
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer.......................................... 67
Indicator lamp
Replacing bulbs (rear) .................... 108
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 32
Settings ......................................... 198
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 32
Instrument cluster lighting.............. 188
Interior lighting
Control ...........................................105
Overview ........................................ 105
Reading lamp ................................. 105
iPod®
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 287
Using ............................................. 327
Jump starting (engine)......................295
K
Key positions
Start/Stop button .......................... 125
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature ............ 85
Deactivation ..................................... 70
Locking ............................................ 70
Unlocking ......................................... 70
12Index

Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 268
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 268
Replacing bulbs
Brake lamp .................................... 108
High-beam headlamps................... 107
Important safety notes .................. 106
Installing/removing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 107
Low-beam headlamps.................... 107
Overview of bulb types .................. 106
Rear fog lamp ................................ 108
Turn signals (front) ......................... 108
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 108
Rescue card......................................... 28
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 218
Warning lamp ................................. 238
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control)........ 122
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 211
Introduction ..................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 237
Warning lamp (function) ................... 40
Reverse gear (selector lever)........... 136
Reversing feature
Roller sunblind ................................. 89
Side windows ................................... 83
Tailgate ............................................ 78
Roadside Assistance (breakdown).... 26
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 89
Roof carrier........................................ 256
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines)......................................... 285
Roof load (maximum)........................ 339
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 53
see Occupant safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting ........................................ 249
Inserting/removing ........................ 248
Removing ....................................... 249
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Seat
Correct driver's seat position ........... 92
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 43
Cleaning ......................................... 285
Correct usage .................................. 42
Fastening ......................................... 43
Important safety guidelines ............. 41
Introduction ..................................... 41
Releasing ......................................... 43
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Warning lamp (function) ................... 44
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 94
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 94
Adjusting (Performance Seat) .......... 96
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 96
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 95
Cleaning the cover ......................... 284
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 254
Important safety notes .................... 92
Seat heating problem ...................... 97
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 101
Switching seat heating on/off......... 96
Section
Cargo compartment ......................... 77
Securing a load
see Securing cargo
Index17

Center console
Center console, upper section
FunctionPage
CMultimedia system; see theDigital Operator's Manual
DrSeat heating96
Mercedes-AMG vehicles:AMG adaptive sport suspen-sion system (left side)168
Mercedes-AMG vehicles:adjusts the exhaust flap ofthe AMG performanceexhaust system (right side)130

ProblemPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
You can no longer lockor unlock the vehicleusing KEYLESS-GO.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
XCheck the SmartKey battery (Ypage 72) and replace it if neces-sary (Ypage 72).
If this does not work:
XUnlock (Ypage 76) or lock (Ypage 77) the vehicle using themechanical key.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
XUnlock (Ypage 76) or lock (Ypage 77) the vehicle using themechanical key.
KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning.
XLock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of theSmartKey.
XHave the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialistworkshop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remotecontrol function:
XUnlock (Ypage 76) or lock (Ypage 77) the vehicle using themechanical key.
XHave the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialistworkshop.
The engine cannot bestarted using the Smart-Key.
The on-board voltage is too low
XSwitch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interiorlighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
XCheck the starter battery and charge it if necessary(Ypage 294).
or
XJump-start the vehicle (Ypage 295).
or
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine cannot bestarted using the Start/Stop button. The Smart-Key is in the vehicle.
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 72) and replace it if neces-sary (Ypage 72).
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.
74SmartKey
Opening and closing

GWARNING
If the driver's seat is not engaged, it could
move forwards as far as the next catch dur-
ing movement such as braking or abrupt
changes of direction. As a result, you would
be pushed against your seat belt by the
unsecured driver's seat.
This could cause you to lose control of the
vehicle. The seat belt cannot protect as
intended and could result in additional
injury.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Before every journey, make sure that the
driver's seat is fully engaged.
Observe the safety notes on "Air bags"(Ypage 44) and "Children in the vehicle"(Ypage 53).
GWARNING
If the driver's seat is not engaged, it could
move unexpectedly while the vehicle is in
motion. This could cause you to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Always make sure that the driver's seat is
engaged before starting the vehicle.
GWARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
Radjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel and mirror and fasten your
seat belt before starting the engine.
GWARNING
If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you
or other vehicle occupants could be trapped
and thereby injured. Children in particular
could accidentally press the electrical seat
adjustment buttons and become trapped.
There is a risk of injury.
While moving the seats, make sure that your
hands or other body parts do not get under
the lever assembly of the seat adjustment
system.
!To prevent damage to the seats and theseat heating, observe the following notes:
RDo not spill liquids onto the seats. Dry theseats as soon as possible if liquid doesget spilled on the seats.
RIf the seat covers are damp or wet, do notswitch on the seat heating. Also, do notuse the seat heating to dry the seats.
RClean the seat covers as recommended;see the "Interior care" section.
RDo not transport heavy loads on theseats. Do not place pointed objects onthe seat cushions such as knives, nails ortools. Where possible, use the seats onlyfor carrying passengers.
RWhen operating the seat heating, do notcover the seats with insulating materials,e.g. blankets, coats, bags, protective cov-ers, child seats or booster seats.
RWhen the seat heating is switched on, theseat surface can be damaged as a resultof objects being placed on the seats, forexample, seat cushions, child seats andprotective covers not approved byMercedes-Benz.
!Make sure that there are no objects in thefootwell under or behind the seats whenmoving the seats back. There is a risk thatthe seats and/or the objects could be dam-aged.
iFurther related subjects:
RCargo compartment enlargement (foldingdown the rear seats) (Ypage 253)
Seats93
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Z

The three red indicator lamps in the buttonindicate the heating level you have selected.
The system automatically switches down fromlevel3to level2after approximately eightminutes.
The system automatically switches down fromlevel2to level1after approximately tenminutes.
The system automatically switches off approx-imately 20 minutes after it is set to level1.
XTurn the SmartKey to positionGorHinthe ignition lock (Ypage 125).
XTo switch on:press buttonCrepeatedlyuntil the desired heating level is set.
XTo switch off:press buttonCrepeatedlyuntil all the indicator lamps go out.
iIf the battery voltage is too low, the seatheating may switch off.
Problems with the seat heating
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
The seat heating hasswitched off prema-turely or cannot beswitched on.
The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con-sumers are switched on.
XSwitch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as therear window defroster or interior lighting.Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the seat heating willswitch back on automatically.
Steering wheel
Important safety notes
GWARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
Radjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel and mirror and fasten your
seat belt before starting the engine.
GWARNING
Children could injure themselves if they
adjust the steering wheel. There is a risk of
injury.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. This
also applies for the Digital Vehicle Key if the
"Digital Vehicle Key" function is activated via
Mercedes me connect.
Adjusting the steering wheel
GWARNING
If the steering wheel is unlocked while the
vehicle is in motion, it could change position
unexpectedly. This could cause you to lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Steering wheel97
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Z

ual. You will see the current settings of thevarious climate control functions.
DYNAMIC SELECT button (except
Mercedes-AMG vehicles)
You can choose between various drive pro-grams with the DYNAMIC SELECT button(Ypage 132).
If you have selected drive programE:
Rwhen heating, the electrical heater boosteris deactivated and in the warming-up phaseheat output is reduced
Rthe rear window defroster running time isreduced
Depending on the configuration, climate set-tings may also be influenced in the drive pro-gramI.
If you have selected drive programCorS, cli-mate settings are not influenced.
ECO start/stop function
During automatic engine switch-off, the cli-mate control system only operates at areduced capacity. If you require the full cli-mate control output, you can switch off theECO start/stop function by pressing the ECObutton (Ypage 130).
Operating the climate control sys-
tems
Activating/deactivating climate con-
trol
General notes
When the climate control is switched off, theair supply and air circulation are also switchedoff. The windows could fog up. Therefore,switch off climate control only briefly
Air-conditioning system
XTurn the SmartKey to positionHin the igni-tion lock (Ypage 125).
XTo switch on:turn control

Rear window defroster
General notes
The rear window defroster has a high currentdraw. You should therefore switch it off assoon as the rear window is clear. Otherwise,the rear window defroster switches off auto-matically after several minutes.
If the battery voltage is too low, the rear win-dow defroster may switch off.
Activating/deactivating
XTurn the SmartKey to positionHin the igni-tion lock (Ypage 125).
XPress thelbutton.The indicator lamp in thelbutton lightsup or goes out.
Problems with the rear window defroster
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
The rear windowdefroster has deactiva-ted prematurely or can-not be activated.
The battery has not been sufficiently charged.
XSwitch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. readinglamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear windowdefroster can be activated again.
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off
General notes
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air ifunpleasant odors are entering the vehicle fromoutside. The air already inside the vehicle willthen be recirculated.
If you switch on air-recirculation mode, thewindows can fog up more quickly, in particularat low temperatures. Only use air-recirculationmode briefly to prevent the windows from fog-ging up.
The operation of air-recirculation mode is thesame for all control panels.
Activating/deactivating
XTurn the SmartKey to positionHin the igni-tion lock (Ypage 125).
XTo activate:press the