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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2018 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features described. This is also the case for safety-relevant systems and functions. Please contact your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer if you would like to have a printed Owner’s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle model years.
  • Page 2 Owner's Manual Mercedes-Benz...

  • Page 3: Environmental Note

    Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 4 Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all documents on to the new owner. Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App may not yet be available in your country. É2535848405Z102YËÍ 2535848405Z102...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Climate control ......... 135 Introduction ......... 28 Overview of climate control systems ... 135 Environmental protection ...... 28 Operating the climate control sys- Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....28 tems ............ 137 Owner's Manual ........29 Air vents ..........149 Operating safety ........29 QR code for rescue card ......
  • Page 6 Contents ASSYST PLUS ........349 Care ............. 350 Breakdown assistance ..... 358 Where will I find...? ......358 Flat tyre ..........361 Battery (vehicle) ........365 Jump-starting ........368 Towing and tow-starting ...... 370 Electrical fuses ........374 Wheels and tyres ......376 Important safety notes ......
  • Page 7 Index Function/notes ........ 79 1, 2, 3 ... Important safety notes ....79 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Warning lamp ......... 308 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC tion System) Activating ........193 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Activation conditions ..... 193 drive) ..........

  • Page 8: Index

    Index Adaptive Damping System Air vents Function/notes ......208 Important safety notes ....149 Adaptive Damping System with Rear ..........149 continuous damping adjustment Setting ........... 149 (ADS PLUS) ........205 Setting the centre air vents ... 149 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Setting the side air vents ....
  • Page 9 Index Armrest Double-clutch function ....165 Stowage compartment ....325 Drive program display ....164 Ashtray ..........337 Drive programs ......166 Assistance display (on-board com- Driving tips ........165 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ....160 puter) ..........257 Emergency running mode ....171 Assistance menu (on-board com- Engaging drive position ....
  • Page 10 Index Brakes Important safety notes ....87 Replacing ......... 87 ABS ..........71 Battery (vehicle) Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 74 Charging ........367 BAS ..........72 Display message ......282 Brake fluid (notes) ......400 Important safety notes ....365 Display message ......
  • Page 11 Index Cleaning Interior ........... 356 Matt paintwork ......353 Mirror turn signal ......354 Paint ..........352 Trailer tow hitch ......355 Climate control Plastic trim ........356 Reversing camera ......355 Auxiliary heating/ventilation ..145 Roof lining ........357 Control panel for THERMATIC Seat belt ........
  • Page 12 Index Switching the rear window heat- Driving system ....... 187 ing on/off ........141 General notes ........ 187 Switching the synchronisation Important safety notes ....188 function on and off ......140 LIM indicator lamp ......188 Synchronisation function (multi- Selecting ........
  • Page 13 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ....160 vehicles) ........204 Drive system Speed limiter ......... 189 DSR ..........201 Driving systems Driver's door 360°camera ........220 see Door Active Blind Spot Assist ....231 Driving abroad Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 234 Mercedes-Benz Service ....350...
  • Page 14 Index Active Parking Assist ..... 209 Climate control (THERMATIC 2- ATTENTION ASSIST ......225 zone) ..........137 Blind Spot Assist ......228 Cruise control ........ 187 Display message ......285 EASY-ENTRY feature HOLD function ....... 200 Function/notes ......114 Lane Keeping Assist ...... 229 EASY-EXIT feature Lane package ........
  • Page 15 Index Emergency release ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Driver's door ........92 ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Emergency spare wheel ® (Electronic Stability Pro- General notes ........ 390 gram) Important safety notes ....390 AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 264 Removing ........
  • Page 16 Consumption statistics ....251 Gearshift paddles diesel ..........397 see Steering wheel gearshift paddles Displaying the current consump- Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 28 tion ..........251 Glove compartment ......324 Displaying the range ...... 251 Google™ Local Search Driving tips ........180 See also Digital Owner's Manual ...
  • Page 17 Index Handwriting recognition Switching text reader function Ignition lock on/off ..........314 see Key positions Touchpad ........313 Immobiliser .......... 81 Hazard warning lamps ...... 122 Indicator and warning lamp Head restraint Restraint system ......305 General notes ........ 109 Indicator and warning lamps Head restraints Coolant ..........
  • Page 18 Index Jump starting (engine) ...... 368 Function/information ....229 see Active Lane Keeping Assist Lane package ........228 Lap time (RACETIMER) ...... 265 Lashing eyelets ......... 328 Changing the battery ....... 87 Level control Checking the battery ....... 87 display message ......286 Convenience closing feature ....
  • Page 19 Display message ......273 Automatic ........91 General notes ........ 340 Emergency locking ......92 Info call button ......341 From inside (central locking but- Mercedes-Benz emergency call ton) ..........91 system Locking centrally Switch in the overhead control see Central locking panel ..........
  • Page 20 Index Mirror turn signal Children in the vehicle ..... 59 Cleaning ......... 354 Important safety notes ....44 Mirrors PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator see Exterior mirrors lamp ..........45 see Rear-view mirror Pets in the vehicle ......70 see Vanity mirror (in sun visor) ®...
  • Page 21 Index Head-up display ......249 Rain-closing feature (when driv- Head-up display menu ....260 ing) ..........103 Important safety notes ....246 Rain-closing feature (when the Instrument cluster menu ....261 engine is switched off) ....102 Light menu ........261 Reversing feature ......
  • Page 22 Replacing the wiper blade ....133 Switching on/off ......131 Rear-compartment seat belt sta- QR code tus indicator ........49 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Rear-view mirror Rescue card ........32 Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ..117 Qualified specialist workshop ... 32...
  • Page 23 Index Dipping (manual) ......115 Display in the multimedia system .. 217 Recuperation display ......251 General notes ........ 216 Object detection (function/ Reflective safety vest ....... 358 notes) ..........220 Refuelling Switching on/off ......217 Fuel gauge ........37 wide-angle function .......
  • Page 24 Index Correct usage ........47 Brake fluid ........400 Seat belts Coolant (engine) ......400 Adjusting the driver's and front- Engine oil ........399 passenger seat belt ......49 Fuel ..........394 Adjusting the height ......48 Important safety notes ....394 Cleaning .........
  • Page 25 Index Adjusting (manually) ...... 113 display message ......273 Button overview ....... 38 Sound Buttons (on-board computer) ..247 Switching on/off ......312 Cleaning ......... 356 Spare wheel EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ..... 114 see Emergency spare wheel Important safety notes ....113 Specialist workshop ......
  • Page 26 Index Switching the auxiliary heating/ ® Telephone module with Bluetooth ventilation (SAP profile) On/off ........... 145 Activating and connecting the Swivelling module ........... 320 the ball coupling in/out ....238 Charging a mobile phone ....321 Connecting the mobile phone ..321 Connecting the module via a USB cable ..........
  • Page 27 Index Switching ........312 Coupling up a trailer ...... 240 Switching input line ....... 313 Decoupling a trailer ....... 240 Tow-away protection Driving tips ........237 Deactivating ........82 Important safety notes ....236 Function ........... 82 Lights display message ....279 Priming/deactivating .......
  • Page 28 Index Tyre pressure Using the TIREFIT Calling up (on-board computer) ..381 tyre pressure kit ......363 Display message ......292 Not reached (TIREFIT) ....364 Reached (TIREFIT) ......364 Vanity mirror (in sun visor) ....336 Recommended ....... 379 Vehicle Tyre pressure loss warning Correct use ........
  • Page 29 Index Snow chains ........379 Seat ..........394 Storing ........... 386 Type plate ........393 Tightening torque ......389 Wheel size/tyre size ...... 389 Windowbag Display message ......276 Warning and indicator lamps Operation ......... 51 ABS ..........302 Windows Active Brake Assist ......

  • Page 30: Digital Owner's Manual

    Digital Owner's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Owner's Manual General notes The printed Owner's Manual provides informa- tion about the safe operation of your vehicle. Please observe the information about the oper- The Digital Owner's Manual provides compre- ation of the controller ( page 312).

  • Page 31: Environmental Protection

    EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life takes the requirements of both nature and vehicle for environmentally friendly disposal in humanity into consideration.

  • Page 32: Owner's Manual

    Use only genu- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are ity. Use only tyres, wheels and accessories that...

  • Page 33: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Operating safety conditions of Directive 2014/53/EC. You can Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as obtain further information from any Mercedes- electronic components or their software. Benz Service Centre. Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified special- Electromagnetic compatibility ist workshop.
  • Page 34 Only connect equipment to a diagnostics con- starter battery may discharge. nection in the vehicle, which is approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- mation being reset, for example. This may lead...

  • Page 35: Data Stored In The Vehicle

    (driver assistance systems). about any change in address or vehicle owner- Your vehicle also offers a range of comfort or ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- entertainment functions, which are also con- vice Centre, for example.
  • Page 36 Data stored in the vehicle This information generally documents the con- These include, for example: dition of a component, a module, a system or the multimedia data such as music, films or pho- surroundings, for example: tos for playback in an integrated multimedia Operating states of system components (e.g.

  • Page 37: Copyright Information

    The wireless network lowing website: connection is made possible by the vehicle's http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource own transmitter and receiver or by mobile end devices that you have brought into the vehicle (e.g. smartphones). This wireless network con- nection enables online functions to be used.

  • Page 38: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift pad- Diagnostics connection dles Opens the bonnet Combination switch Light switch Horn Control panel for: Instrument cluster Y Activating Active Dis- tance Assist DISTRONIC with DIRECT SELECT lever Active Steering Assist Climate control systems Ç...

  • Page 39: Instrument Cluster

    Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch Climate control systems Opens the bonnet Combination switch Diagnostics connection Instrument cluster Electric parking brake Horn Ignition lock Start/Stop button DIRECT SELECT lever Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift pad- dles Cruise control lever Control panel for:...

  • Page 40: Turn Signals

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page (km/h) Indicator and warning lamps: Function Page ! Electric parking brake (yellow) Speedometer with segments ! ABS malfunctioning Indicator and warning lamps: ; Engine diagnostics ® å ESP % Diesel engine: preglow ®...

  • Page 41: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...

  • Page 42: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Climate control systems Õ Media button (see Dig- ital Owner's Manual) £ Hazard warning lamps $ Radio button (see Digi- Ø Vehicle functions/ tal Owner's Manual) system settings button (see Digital Owner's Manual) Ø...
  • Page 43 Centre console Centre console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage space Activates/deactivates the off-road program Ashtray Cigarette lighter è ECO start/stop func- Power socket tion Cup holder p Manual gearshifting (per- manent setting) Adjusts the volume Switches the sound on/off É...
  • Page 44 Centre console Centre console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage space Stowage space with media interface Ashtray Cigarette lighter Touchpad Power socket å Activates/deactivates Cup holder ® Adjusts the volume M Activates/deactivates SPORT handling mode Switches the sound on/off Vehicles with AMG Perform- AMG sports suspension ance exhaust system:...

  • Page 45: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand ï Info call button reading lamp on/off Spectacles compartment | Switches the automatic 3 Operates the pano- interior lighting control rama sliding sunroof on/off Operates the roller sunblinds G SOS button Rear-view mirror c Switches the front inte-...

  • Page 46: Seat Heating

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = 7Zª\ Stores settings for the seat, Adjusts and folds the exterior exterior mirrors and steering mirrors in/out electrically column W Opens/closes the right Electric seat adjustment side window c Seat heating W Opens/closes the rear...

  • Page 47: Safety

    Occupant safety The components of the restraint system work in Panic alarm conjunction with each other. They can only offer protection if all vehicle occupants always: have the seat belt correctly fastened page 47) have the seat and head restraint adjusted properly ( page 106) As the driver, you must also make sure that the...

  • Page 48: Restraint System Warning Lamp

    Occupant safety Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps driving aids which have been approved specifi- cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Restraint system warning lamp The functions of the restraint system are checked after the ignition is switched on and at regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 49 Occupant safety tion system" ( page 52) and on "Children in The belt force limiters on the front seats are the vehicle" ( page 59). synchronised with the front airbags, which take on part of the deceleration force. This can All other persons: the PASSENGER AIR BAG reduce the forces to which the vehicle occu- OFF indicator lamp must be off.
  • Page 50 Furthermore, an incor- rectly worn seat belt can cause additional Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use injuries, e.g. in the event of an accident, heavy seat belts that have been approved specifically braking or sudden changes of direction. There for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 51: Releasing Seat Belts

    Occupant safety arm or behind your back. If possible, adjust Adjust the seat ( page 106). the seat belt to the appropriate height. The seat backrest must be in an almost upright position. the lap belt is taut and passes across the lap as low down as possible Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt outlet and engage belt tongue ;...

  • Page 52: Belt Adjustment

    Occupant safety Belt adjustment Airbags Seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of the Introduction ® PRE-SAFE convenience function. With this function, the driver's and co-driver's seat belts The installation location of an airbag is identified are adjusted to the upper body of the vehicle by the AIRBAG symbol.

  • Page 53: Front Airbags

    Occupant safety door or side window. You may otherwise be in function correctly. There is an increased risk the deployment area of the airbags. of injury. Always keep your feet in the footwell in front Never modify an airbag cover or affix objects of the seat.
  • Page 54 Operation of the automatic co-driver's front airbag deactivation system may also be impaired. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal. Use only seat covers which have been specif- ically approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety Windowbags : are integrated in the side of the the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat roof frame and deploy in the area from the A- backrest and the head restraint position accord- pillar to the C-pillar. ingly.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety If the status of the front-passenger front airbag bled in accordance with the person in the changes while the vehicle is in motion, an airbag front-passenger seat. display message appears on the instrument the front-passenger seat has been moved cluster ( page 277).
  • Page 57 The workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that result of the classification is dependent on, you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this among other factors, the child restraint sys- purpose. tem and the child's build. It is recommended...
  • Page 58 Occupant safety Self-check If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit when it should not, the front- DANGER passenger seat may not be used. Do not If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and install a child restraint system on the front- PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps do passenger seat.
  • Page 59 Do not touch the airbag parts. Have a deployed airbag replaced at a qualified spe- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the cialist workshop as soon as possible. vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop after an accident. Take this into account, par-...
  • Page 60 Occupant safety ticularly if a seat belt tensioner was triggered or On vehicles with the automatic front-passenger an airbag was deployed. front airbag shutoff: depending on the person in the front-passenger seat, the front-passenger ® An electric motor is used by PRE-SAFE to trig- front airbag is either disabled or enabled.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger Although your vehicle is equipped with a PRE- front airbag shutoff: the sidebag on the front- ® SAFE system, the possibility of injury in the passenger side deploys under the following event of an accident cannot be ruled out. Always conditions: adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a...

  • Page 62: Children In The Vehicle

    PLUS will not apply the brakes. when the driver's door is opened the engine is switched off and the fuel supply Function is cut off vehicles with the Mercedes-Benz emergency ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- call system: automatic emergency call tions if the radar sensor system detects an imminent head-on or rear-end collision.
  • Page 63 If you leave children unattended in the vehi- child restraint system ( page 64). cle, they may be able to set the vehicle in For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- motion if, for example, they: mends that you only use a child restraint system release the parking brake recommended by Mercedes-Benz page 68).
  • Page 64 63). Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- rior and on the child restraint system. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems rec- ommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop.
  • Page 65 Children in the vehicle Install the ISOFIX child restraint system on both ISOFIX securing rings : or i-Size secur- ing rings ;. Install the i-Size child restraint system on both i-Size securing rings ;. ISOFIX and i-Size are standardised securing sys- tems for special child restraint systems.
  • Page 66 Children in the vehicle Top Tether anchorages Child restraint system on the front passenger seat General notes Accident statistics show that children secured on the rear seats are safer than children secured on the front seats. For this reason, Mercedes- Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat.

  • Page 67: Rearward-Facing Child Restraint System

    Children in the vehicle lit continuously ( page 45), is the front Make sure that the front-passenger front air- passenger seat airbag disabled. bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR Always observe the information on suitable BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit. positioning of the child restraint system NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint page 64) in addition to the child restraint...
  • Page 68 Children in the vehicle approval label. These can be used if the vehicle and the seat are listed on the child restraint sys- tem manufacturer's vehicle model list. For fur- ther information, contact the child restraint sys- tem manufacturer or visit the manufacturer's website.
  • Page 69 Children in the vehicle For certain ISOFIX child restraint systems in weight categories II or III, this can mean that the area of use is restricted. The maximum size setting of the child restraint system may not be possible due to the risk of contact with the roof.
  • Page 70 Children in the vehicle Legend for the table: ISOFIX position that is not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this weight group and/ or size class. IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child restraint systems that belong to the "Universal" cat- egory and are approved for use in this weight category.
  • Page 71 63) and in "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 64). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt...
  • Page 72 Children in the vehicle Weight groups Manufac- Type Type approval Order number turer number (E1 etc.) (A 000 ...) Category II/III: Britax Römer KIDFIX 04 301198 970 20 02 15 kg to 36 kg Britax Römer KIDFIX XP 04 301304 970 23 02 between approx- imately 4 years and...

  • Page 73: Pets In The Vehicle

    Pets in the vehicle Child-proof locks for the rear side win- leave persons (particularly children) unatten- dows ded in the vehicle. WARNING If the child restraint system is placed in direct sunlight, the parts could become very hot. Children could be suffer burns by touching these parts, in particular on the metallic parts of the child restraint system.

  • Page 74: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (anti-lock braking system) Driving safety systems overview General information In this section, you will find information about ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the following driving safety systems: the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) braking.
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems Off-road ABS Active Brake Assist can help you minimise the danger of collision with the vehicle in front or An ABS system specifically suited to off-road reduce the effects of such a collision. terrain is activated automatically once the off- If Active Brake Assist detects that there is a risk road program is activated ( page 202).
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems Distance warning function The · distance warning lamp will then light up on the instrument cluster. General information Of approximately 7 km/h or more if you are rapidly approaching a vehicle in front. An The distance warning function can help you to intermittent warning tone will then sound and minimise the danger of collision with the vehicle the ·...

  • Page 77: Adaptive Brake Lights

    Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: intervene unnecessarily General information not intervene Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 71). There is a risk of an accident. With the help of the radar sensor system, Adap- Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- tive Brake Assist can detect obstacles that are in uation and be ready to brake.
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems switch off automatically if you travel at speeds WARNING greater than 10 km/h. You can also switch off ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to the hazard warning lamps using the hazard stabilise the vehicle. In addition, other driving warning button ( page 122).
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems ® To activate: press button :. Deactivating/activating ESP (except ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp on the Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) instrument cluster goes out. Important safety notes ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- ®...
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems ® To deactivate ESP : press button : until WARNING ® the å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up on ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer sta- the instrument cluster. bilises the vehicle. There is an increased risk The ÷...

  • Page 81: Esp ® Trailer Stabilisation

    Driving safety systems ® Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle speeds Off-road ESP above 80 km/h when driving straight ahead or ® An ESP system specifically suited to off-road cornering slightly. terrain is activated automatically once the off- Important safety notes road program is activated ( page 202).

  • Page 82: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic application of the brakes if a danger of colli- function sion is detected. There may be a collision unless you brake yourself. Even after subse- General information quent full application of the brakes a collision cannot always be avoided, particularly when Observe the important safety notes in the approaching at too high a speed.
  • Page 83 Driving safety systems there is no visible damage to the front of the WARNING vehicle. Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function Following damage to the windscreen, have the does not react: configuration and operation of the camera sys- tem checked at a qualified specialist workshop. to small people, e.g.

  • Page 84: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft You can prevent the intervention of Active Brake If an increased danger of collision exists, Assist with cross-traffic function at any time by: preventative passenger protection measures ® (PRE-SAFE ) are triggered ( page 58). depressing the accelerator pedal further If the danger of collision with the vehicle in front activating kickdown remains and you do not brake, take evasive...

  • Page 85: Switching On/Off

    Protection against theft To activate with the key: remove the key To stop the alarm with the key: press the from the ignition lock. % or & button on the key. The alarm will stop. To activate with KEYLESS-GO start func- tion or KEYLESS-GO: switch the ignition off and open the driver's door.
  • Page 86 Protection against theft The tow-away alarm remains deactivated until you switch the ATA on again after opening a door. You can deactivate tow-away protection via the multimedia system (see the Digital Owner's Manual). Interior motion sensor Function When the interior motion sensor is primed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered if move- ment is detected in the vehicle interior.
  • Page 87 children unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children. Important safety notes United Kingdom only: WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the key, WARNING the key could be unintentionally turned in the When the double locks are activated, the ignition lock.

  • Page 88: Key Functions

    the immediate vicinity of the vehicle, press Key functions the F button on the key. 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 key in the vehicle ( page 154).

  • Page 89: Activating And Deactivating

    To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur- To change the setting: press and hold down face of the door handle. the % and & buttons simultaneously for about six seconds until the battery indica- To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface : tor lamp flashes twice ( page 87).
  • Page 90 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Push release catch : in the direction of the...

  • Page 91: Problems With The Key

    Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contamination. Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing and then press to close it.
  • Page 92 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock or KEYLESS-GO has been deactivated. unlock the vehicle using Reactivate KEYLESS-GO ( page 86). KEYLESS-GO. The key battery is weak or discharged. Check the key battery ( page 87) and replace if necessary page 87).
  • Page 93 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have lost a key. Have the key deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the emer- Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.

  • Page 94: Centrally Locking And Unlocking The Vehicle From The Inside

    Doors theft alarm system. Switch off the alarm United Kingdom only: if the vehicle has been page 82). locked with the key, with KEYLESS-GO or via Mercedes me connect, the double lock function is activated as standard. It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle.

  • Page 95: Load Compartment

    Load compartment Therefore, you could be locked out if: To lock: turn the emergency key element clockwise as far as it will go to position 1. the vehicle is being pushed To unlock: turn the emergency key element the vehicle is being towed anti-clockwise as far as it will go to position the vehicle is being tested on a dynamometer You can also switch the automatic locking func-...
  • Page 96 Load compartment Do not leave the key in the luggage compart- Opening and closing manually ment. If you do so, you could lock yourself out. Opening Stow luggage or loads preferably in the luggage compartment. Observe the loading guidelines page 323). Object detection with reversing func- tion of the tailgate Vehicles with remote tailgate closing:...

  • Page 97: Opening Automatically

    Load compartment cially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk With the tailgate stopped in an intermediate of poisoning. position, pull the tailgate upwards. Always switch off the engine before opening You can release the tailgate as soon as the the tailgate.
  • Page 98 Load compartment The tailgate could thus be opened or closed HANDS-FREE ACCESS unintentionally, for example, if you: General notes fold the ball coupling in or out couple or uncouple a trailer With KEYLESS-GO and HANDS-FREE ACCESS, fit or remove a rear-mounted bicycle rack you can open or close the tailgate or stop the load/unload bicycles on/from a rear- process without using your hands.

  • Page 99: Load Compartment

    Load compartment To open or close: kick into sensor detection dren, during the closing procedure. There is a range : under the bumper with your foot. risk of injury. Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the opening or closing.

  • Page 100: Switching Off

    Side windows The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear Limiting the opening angle of the tail- when opened. Therefore, make sure that gate there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate. General notes You will find details on the tailgate opening Make sure there is sufficient clearance to dimensions in the "Vehicle data"...
  • Page 101 Side windows Opening and closing the side win- WARNING dows While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There The switches for all side windows are located on is a risk of injury. the driver's door. There is also a switch on each door for the corresponding side window.

  • Page 102: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows Information on opening and closing the roller Observe the complete closing procedure sunblinds on the rear side windows when the convenience closing feature is oper- page 336). ating. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. Convenience opening feature Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: if the key is in the immediate...

  • Page 103: Resetting The Side Windows

    Side windows Resetting the side windows If a side window can no longer be closed fully, you must reset it. Close all doors. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock. Pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is com- pletely closed ( page 98).

  • Page 104: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly:...
  • Page 105 If a roof car- automatic closing process rier approved by Mercedes-Benz makes contact with the panorama sliding sunroof, the sunroof The closing process is stopped. will lower slightly but remain raised at the rear.
  • Page 106 Panorama sliding sunroof The panorama sliding sunroof does not close if: The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior from sunlight. The roller sunblinds can be it is raised at the rear opened and closed only when the panorama it is blocked sliding sunroof is closed.
  • Page 107 Panorama sliding sunroof Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- If the panorama sliding sunroof or the roller sun- tion lock. blinds do not move smoothly, reset the pano- rama sliding sunroof or the roller sunblinds. Push the 3 switch in direction :.
  • Page 108 Panorama sliding sunroof The closing process is stopped. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The panorama sliding If the panorama sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and sunroof cannot be reopens again slightly: closed and you cannot Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to the see the cause.

  • Page 109: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you have a good overview of traffic conditions Correct driver's seat position the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body and must be routed across the centre of your WARNING shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic You could lose control of the vehicle while area driving if you:...
  • Page 110 Seats WARNING lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- tem. The head restraints cannot provide the inten- ded protection unless they are fitted and WARNING adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of The seat belt does not offer the intended level an accident or sudden braking, for example.
  • Page 111 Seats Adjusting the seat fore-and-aft position Adjusting the seats mechanically and electrically Vehicles without the seating comfort Adjusting the front seat package Lift lever = and slide the seat forwards or Vehicles without the seating comfort backwards. package Release lever = again. Ensure that the seat engages audibly.

  • Page 112: General Notes

    Seats Further related subjects: Adjusting the head restraints You can store the seat settings using the Important safety notes memory function ( page 118). ® If PRE-SAFE is triggered, the front- WARNING passenger seat will be moved to a better You could lose control of the vehicle while position if it was previously in an unfavour- driving if you:...
  • Page 113 Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Adjusting the head restraints electri- mechanically cally To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for the head restraint adjustment page 108) up or down in the direction of the arrow. Adjusting the rear-seat head restraint height To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired position.

  • Page 114: Adjusting The Amg Performance Seat

    Mercedes-Benz. Ensure that there are no objects on the seat surface when the seat heating is switched on.
  • Page 115 Seats Switching the seat ventilation on/off Switching on/off Rear seats The three red indicator lamps on the button indi- cate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down from The blue indicator lamps in the button indicate level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight the blower setting you have selected.

  • Page 116: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Push release lever : down completely. Steering wheel The steering column is unlocked. Important safety notes Adjust the steering wheel to the desired posi- tion. WARNING Push release lever : up as far as it will go. The steering column is locked. You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: Check that the steering column is locked.
  • Page 117 Steering wheel Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock If you switch off the ignition, the steering wheel page 152). heating is deactivated. To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direc- tion of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out.

  • Page 118: Rear-View Mirror

    Mirrors The steering wheel moves upwards only if it Mirrors has not already reached the upper steering Rear-view mirror limiter. Position of the steering wheel for driv- The steering wheel is moved to the previously set position if: the driver's door is closed and you insert the key into the ignition lock you close the driver's door when the ignition is switched on...

  • Page 119: Adjusting The Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 152). Briefly press button :. Both exterior mirrors fold in or out. Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while driving. Other- wise, they could vibrate.
  • Page 120 Mirrors Storing using reverse gear Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors WARNING Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an auto- matic anti-dazzle mirror breaks. The electro- lyte is harmful and causes irritation. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes, respiratory organs or clothing or be swal- lowed.

  • Page 121: Memory Function

    Memory function If the exterior mirror moves out of position, WARNING repeat the steps. If children activate the memory function, they After successfully storing, reset the driving could become trapped, especially if they are position of the exterior mirror. unattended. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key Calling up a stored parking position with you and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 122 Memory function Calling up a stored setting Press and hold the relevant memory position button 1, 2 or 3 until the following compo- nents are in the stored position: Seat Steering wheel Exterior mirrors Head-up display If you release the memory position button, the seat, steering wheel and mirror setting functions stop immediately.

  • Page 123: Exterior Lighting

    Light switch Exterior lighting General notes Operation For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and voluntary recommendations.
  • Page 124 Exterior lighting The light setting is automatically selected To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the key according to the ambient light conditions, but in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the not in the event of poor visibility due to weather engine.

  • Page 125: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting The blue K indicator lamp on the instru- Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and rear ment cluster lights up when the main-beam seats occupied, luggage compartment headlamps are switched on. laden To switch off the main-beam headlamps: Driver's and front-passenger seat occupied move the combination switch back to its nor- and maximum permissible rear axle load uti- mal position.

  • Page 126: Active Light Function

    Exterior lighting Cornering light function with roundabout The hazard warning lamps continue to operate function: even if the ignition is switched off. The cornering light function is activated on both sides before entering a roundabout through an evaluation of the current GPS position of the Intelligent Light System vehicle.

  • Page 127: Important Safety Notes

    Exterior lighting If the off-road lights are switched on, Adaptive Highbeam Assist is only an aid. You are responsible for adjusting the vehicle's lighting the cornering lights are permanently to the prevailing light, visibility and traffic con- switched on ditions. the active light function is switched off In particular, the detection of obstacles can be headlamp range control is set to static mode...
  • Page 128 Exterior lighting Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take into Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus account road, weather or traffic conditions. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is only an aid. General notes You are responsible for adjusting the vehicle's With Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, you can lighting to the prevailing light, visibility and traf- automatically switch between dipped-beam, fic conditions.

  • Page 129: Replacing Light Bulbs

    Replacing light bulbs Headlamps misted up on the inside Interior lighting control Certain climatic and physical conditions may General notes cause moisture to form in the headlamp. This moisture does not affect the functionality of the In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from headlamp.

  • Page 130: Overview Of Bulb Types

    Replacing light bulbs Use bulbs only in closed lamps that have been designed for this purpose. Fit only spare bulbs of the same type and the specified voltage. Marks on the glass reduce the service life of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass with your bare hands.

  • Page 131: Main-Beam Headlamps

    Replacing light bulbs Main-beam headlamps Insert bulb holder :, turn it clockwise and lock. Replace the cover in the front wheel arch page 128). Fitting/removing the cover on the front wheel arch You must remove the cover in the front wheel arch before you can change the front turn signal lamp.

  • Page 132: Rear Lamp Cluster

    Replacing light bulbs Insert the new bulb into bulb holder : and Replacing rear bulbs (vehicles with turn it clockwise. halogen headlamps) Insert bulb holder : and turn it clockwise. Opening and closing the side trim pan- Close the side trim panel ( page 129).

  • Page 133: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: pull out the Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: insert the plug connector for the switch at the top right plug connector for the switch at the top right of the trim. of the trim. Vehicles with electric fold-out trailer tow Vehicles with electric fold-out trailer tow hitch: unlock and pull out the plug connector hitch: insert the plug connector for the switch...

  • Page 134: Switching The Rear Window Wiper On/ Off

    Switching the rear window wiper on/ force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the windscreen wiper.
  • Page 135 Windscreen wipers Replacing the windscreen wipers Moving the wiper blades to a vertical posi- tion On vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEY- LESS‑GO start function: Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 152). Set the windscreen wipers to the °...

  • Page 136: Replacing The Rear Window Wiper Blade

    Windscreen wipers Fold wiper arm ? away from the rear window. Press both release clips ;. Fold wiper blade : in the direction of arrow = away from wiper arm ?. Remove wiper blade : in the direction of arrow A. Fitting a wiper blade Remove the protective film : from the ser- vice indicator on the tip of the wiper blade.

  • Page 137: Problems With The Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, are obstructing windscreen wiper move- are jammed. ment. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine. Remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 138: General Notes

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most particles of Overview of climate control systems dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. General notes It also reduces gaseous pollutants and odours. A clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied Observe the settings recommended on the fol- to the vehicle interior.
  • Page 139 Overview of climate control systems Sets climate control to automatic mode ( page 139) Demists the windscreen ( page 141) Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system ( page 315) Vehicles with auxiliary heating: to switch ! residual heat on/off ( page 143) Switches the rear window heating on/off ( page 141)

  • Page 140: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Display Setting the airflow ( page 140) If you have selected drive program C, S or S+, Notes on using automatic climate the current climate settings are maintained. control Optimum use of automatic climate con- ECO start/stop function trol During automatic engine stop, the climate con-...
  • Page 141 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating cooling with dehumidification General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled during warm weather. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist up more quickly.

  • Page 142: Automatic Control

    Operating the climate control systems Setting climate control to automatic Setting the temperature mode THERMATIC automatic climate control General notes Different temperatures can be set for the driv- er's and front-passenger sides. In automatic mode, the set temperature is main- tained automatically at a constant level.
  • Page 143 Operating the climate control systems O Directs the airflow through the footwell Activating/deactivating the synchro- air vents nisation function S Directs the airflow through the centre and side air vents as well as the footwell General notes air vents The "Synchronisation" function is available only a Directs the airflow through the footwell with THERMATIC automatic climate control and demister vents...

  • Page 144: Demisting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Switching the "Windscreen demisting" Switch on automatic mode using the à rocker switch. function on or off If the windows continue to mist up, activate Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock the "Windscreen demisting"...
  • Page 145 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating air-recircula- Convenience opening or closing using tion mode the air-recirculation button General notes WARNING When the convenience closing feature is oper- You can also temporarily deactivate the flow of ating, parts of the body could become trapped fresh air manually if unpleasant odours are entering the vehicle from outside.
  • Page 146 Operating the climate control systems Only vehicles with panorama sliding sun- To switch off: press rocker switch ! up or roof: press the 3 switch to stop the pan- down. orama sliding sunroof. The indicator lamp above rocker switch ! The panorama sliding sunroof stops.
  • Page 147 If you refill an empty perfume vial, observe the separate information sheet attached to the vial. If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the safety notes on the perfume packaging. Do not refill the pre-filled perfume vial when it is empty.

  • Page 148: Before Switching On

    Operating the climate control systems Ionisation When the auxiliary heating is switched on, make sure that: Ionisation is used to purify and freshen the air in the vehicle interior, which is conducive to a hot vehicle parts do not come into contact pleasant climate.
  • Page 149 Operating the climate control systems If you do not alter the temperature before Activating/deactivating switching on the auxiliary heating or auxiliary To switch on the auxiliary heating or aux- ventilation, the last temperature setting will be iliary ventilation: press rocker switch : up adopted.
  • Page 150 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating the auxiliary A departure time has been heating or auxiliary ventilation activated. The departure time appears on the dis- play. A departure time has been activated. The auxiliary ventilation is currently switched on. The number on the display shows the remaining time (in minutes) for the auxiliary...
  • Page 151 Operating the climate control systems The longer you press the , or . but- Environmental note ton, the more quickly the time changes. Batteries contain pollutants. Press the u and ^ buttons simultane- It is illegal to dispose of them ously.

  • Page 152: Air Vents

    Air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions FAIL ¨ The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is faulty. Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary. FAIL The auxiliary heating or auxiliary ventilation cannot be switched on or has switched itself off.
  • Page 153 Air vents To open or close: turn thumbwheel = to the left or right as far as it will go. To adjust the air direction: hold side air vent ; by thumbwheel = and move it up or down or to the left or right. Adjusting the rear air vents (see Digital Owner's Manual).

  • Page 154: Running-In Notes

    Driving Always observe the maximum permissible Running-in notes speed. Important safety notes In certain driving and driving safety systems, the Locking differential (Mercedes-AMG sensors adjust automatically while a certain dis- GLC 63 4MATIC+/GLC 63 S 4MATIC+) tance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.

  • Page 155: Key Positions

    Driving Key positions 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. WARNING If the parking brake has not been fully released when driving, the parking brake can: overheat and cause a fire lose its hold function.
  • Page 156 Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the To switch on the power supply: press key: Start/Stop button : once. The power supply is switched on. You can now the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the activate the windscreen wipers, for example. ignition lock The power supply is switched off again if: the key must be in the vehicle...
  • Page 157 Driving General notes Starting the vehicle Vehicles with a petrol engine: the catalytic Important safety notes converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The engine noise may change WARNING during this time. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they can: Automatic transmission open doors and endanger other persons or...

  • Page 158: Pulling Away With A Trailer

    Driving ignition lock. The key must be in the vehicle and verter to reach its operating temperature the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the more quickly. ignition lock. This mode for starting the engine Information on automatically releasing the elec- manually operates independently of the ECO trical parking brake ( page 179).
  • Page 159 Driving If the è ECO symbol is shown in the multi- Therefore, quickly move your foot from the function display, the ECO start/stop function brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never switches the engine off automatically if the vehi- leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start cle stops moving.
  • Page 160 Driving Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+/GLC 63 S Switching the ECO start/stop function 4MATIC+: the number of consecutive auto- off/on matic engine stops is unlimited. Mercedes-AMG vehicles All other models: the engine can be switched off automatically a maximum of four times (ini- tial stop, then three subsequent stops) in suc- cession.
  • Page 161 Driving All other models the switchable exhaust flap. The exhaust flap is adjusted automatically according to the selec- ted drive program ( page 160). You can also adjust the position of the exhaust flap and therefore the volume of the exhaust system manually.

  • Page 162: Problems With The Engine

    Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 201) or Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 197).

  • Page 163: Dynamic Select Switch

    DYNAMIC SELECT switch Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant temperature The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is not display is showing more being cooled sufficiently. than 120 †. A display Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to message may also cool down.

  • Page 164: Additional Settings

    DYNAMIC SELECT switch Selecting the drive program Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC: for a few countries, the ECO start/stop function is deactivated at the factory due to the quality of the available fuel. In this case, the ECO start/ stop function is not available in any drive pro- gram, regardless of what is shown on the mul- timedia system display.

  • Page 165: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission any drive program, regardless of what is Hybrid vehicles: be sure to observe the infor- shown on the multimedia system display. mation in the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to recognise dangers. Available drive programs: I Individual Personalised settings DIRECT SELECT lever S+ Sport Plus Particularly sporty driving...
  • Page 166 Automatic transmission Engaging park position automatically When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave Park position j is automatically engaged if: children unattended in the vehicle. Always you switch off the engine using the key and keep the key out of reach of children.

  • Page 167: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Transmission position and drive pro- Transmission positions gram display Park position The current transmission position and drive pro- This safeguards the vehicle against gram appear on the multifunction display. rolling away when stopped. Only shift the transmission into posi- tion j ( page 162) when the vehi- cle is stationary.

  • Page 168: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission style. The sound generated by the double-clutch Neutral function depends on the drive program. Do not shift the transmission to i while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Kickdown matic transmission could be dam- aged. Use kickdown for maximum acceleration: No power is transmitted from the Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 169 Automatic transmission Glide mode is deactivated under the following the steering conditions: the availability of the ECO start/stop function you depress the accelerator pedal the climate control you depress the brake pedal Information on configuring drive program I with the multimedia system can be found under you change the transmission position "DYNAMIC SELECT"...
  • Page 170 Automatic transmission optimal fuel consumption resulting from the drive train and engine operating mode at any automatic transmission shifting up sooner. time. The vehicle is driven in the low engine speed If you have selected a gear manually, this will range and the wheels are less likely to spin.

  • Page 171: Temporary Setting

    Automatic transmission Drive program C (Comfort) immediately shifts into the next gear up or down, if permitted. Drive program C is characterised by the follow- To use manual gearshifting, you have two ing: options: The vehicle exhibits comfortable, economical temporary setting driving characteristics.

  • Page 172: Shifting Gears

    Automatic transmission make sure that the engine speed does not "DYNAMIC SELECT" in the vehicle's Digital Own- reach the red area of the rev counter. There is er's Manual. otherwise a risk of engine damage. Shifting gears Manual mode button (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift pad- dle ;.

  • Page 173: Gearshift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission Gearshift recommendation Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi- The gearshift recommendation assists you in function display. adopting a fuel-efficient driving style. The rec- When message : appears in the multifunc- ommended gear is shown in the multifunction tion display, pull the right-hand steering display.
  • Page 174 Refuelling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
  • Page 175 Refuelling Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi- fuel system. cal attention. Do not induce vomiting. Take care not to spill any fuel on painted Change any clothing that has come into surfaces. You could otherwise damage the contact with fuel immediately.

  • Page 176: Refuelling

    Refuelling Switch off the engine. Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak Remove the key from the ignition lock. out. Or, on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is or KEYLESS‑GO: designed for refuelling at diesel filling pumps.
  • Page 177 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 178: Important Safety Notes

    Further information about exhaust gas after- components. ® treatment and about AdBlue can be obtained Immediately rinse off surfaces which come from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ® into contact with AdBlue when topping up or ® remove AdBlue with a damp cloth and cold Important safety notes ®...
  • Page 179 Refuelling When the pump nozzle switches off automati- ® AdBlue refill canisters ® cally during filling at a filling pump, the AdBlue Do not tighten the disposable hose too tank has been completely filled. Do not fill the firmly. The disposable hose could otherwise ®...

  • Page 180: Parking

    ® a filler hose. A filler hose that does not exactly fit no overfill protection. AdBlue may leak out as a result of overfilling. Mercedes-Benz offers spe- ® the vehicle's AdBlue tank offers no overfill pro- cial refill bottles with a threaded cap. These are ®...

  • Page 181: Vehicles With Automatic Transmission

    Parking To ensure that the vehicle is safeguarded from the ignition, the automatic transmission against rolling away unintentionally: shifts to j automatically. With the Start/Stop button: if you then open the electric parking brake must be applied the driver's door or the front-passenger door, the transmission must be in position j and the automatic transmission shifts to j auto- the key must be removed...

  • Page 182: Applying Or Releasing Manually

    Parking Applying automatically The function of the electric parking brake is dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- The electric parking brake is automatically board voltage is low or the system is malfunc- applied when the transmission is in position j tioning, it may not be possible to apply the and: released parking brake.

  • Page 183: Driving Tips

    Driving tips If your seat belt is not fastened, the following Driving tips conditions must be fulfilled for the electric park- ing brake to be released automatically: General driving tips the driver's door is closed Important safety notes you are shifting from transmission position j or have previously driven at speeds WARNING greater than 3 km/h...

  • Page 184: Reserve Fuel

    Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with an inner and outer area. The sections corre- spond to the following three categories: Acceleration (evaluation of all accel- eration processes): The outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green: moderate acceleration, especially at higher speeds.

  • Page 185: Downhill Gradients

    Driving tips displayed under Bonus fr. start Bonus fr. start does not This also applies when cruise control, Active indicate a fixed consumption reduction. Distance Assist DISTRONIC or the speed limiter is activated. In addition to driving style, the actual consump- tion is affected by other factors, such as: This will use the braking effect of the engine, which means that less braking will be required...

  • Page 186: Driving Tips

    Mercedes-Benz brake pads/linings that have been approved If you must drive on stretches of road on which by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent water has collected, please bear in mind that: standard of quality in the case of standing water, the water level...
  • Page 187 Driving tips Off-road driving such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle Important safety notes becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury. WARNING If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area turn on a steep incline, the vehicle could slip...

  • Page 188: General Notes

    Driving tips stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- Observe the following notes: tion to road and traffic conditions. In such Stop the vehicle before driving off-road. If cases, consult a qualified specialist work- necessary, activate the off-road program shop. page 202). The vehicle is only designed for easily negotiable To avoid damaging the vehicle, ensure suffi- off-road terrain and poor road surfaces.
  • Page 189 Driving tips Driving on sand bead. Before driving off-road, check the wheels and replace them if necessary. Observe the following rules when driving on sand: Checklist after off-road driving Select the off-road program ( page 202). If you detect damage to the vehicle after Avoid high engine speeds.

  • Page 190: Maximum Gradient-Climbing Ability

    Always observe the maximum gradient climbing critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- ability values ( page 403). nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Hilltops Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all elements of active and passive safety in one well When driving up an uphill gradient, slightly thought-out system –...

  • Page 191: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems vehicle and when towing a trailer. By doing so, Stores the current speed or recalls the last you will make use of the braking effect of the stored speed engine. This relieves the load on the brake sys- Stores the current speed or a lower speed tem and prevents the brakes from overheating Switches between cruise control and the...

  • Page 192: Deactivating Cruise Control

    Driving systems Storing the current speed or calling up Deactivating cruise control the last stored speed There are several ways to deactivate cruise con- trol: WARNING Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards If you call up the stored speed and it is lower than the current speed, the vehicle deceler- ates.
  • Page 193 Driving systems responsible for maintaining a safe distance from limit speed, you cannot set the speed any higher the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for brak- than the fixed limit speed ( page 191). ing in good time and for staying in lane. Selecting the variable speed limiter If a new driver takes over, advise the new driver If there is a change of drivers, advise the new...
  • Page 194 Driving systems set. Press the cruise control lever up : for a Shortly before the stored speed is reached, it higher speed or down ? for a lower speed. appears on the multifunction display. The permanent speed limiter remains active To adjust the set speed in 1 km/h incre- even if the variable speed limiter is deactivated.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Important safety notes To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and the WARNING HOLD function in the following or similar sit- uations: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not when towing away react to: in a car wash people or animals Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can neither stationary objects in the road, e.g.
  • Page 196 Driving systems Cruise control lever Selecting Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Check whether LIM indicator lamp = is off. If it is off, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is already selected. If it is not, press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow B.
  • Page 197 Driving systems moving vehicle in front will then not be main- The vehicle can also pull away when it is facing tained. The position of the accelerator pedal an unidentified obstacle or is in a staggered for- will determine the speed. mation relative to another vehicle.
  • Page 198 Driving systems Road and traffic conditions Stopping WARNING If you leave the driver's seat when the vehicle is only being braked by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, it could roll away: if there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply if Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactivated using the cruise control lever,...
  • Page 199 Driving systems The electric parking brake is applied automati- cally if Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is active when the vehicle is stationary and: a system fault occurs the power supply is insufficient If a malfunction occurs, the transmission may also be shifted to position j automatically. Setting a speed Push the cruise control lever upwards : for a higher speed or down A for a lower speed.
  • Page 200 Driving systems Deactivating Active Distance Assist Displays on the assistant display DISTRONIC Display when Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactivated There are several ways to deactivate Active Dis- Vehicle in front, if detected tance Assist DISTRONIC: Distance indicator: current distance to the Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards vehicle in front Specified minimum distance to the vehicle...
  • Page 201 Driving systems Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with message will then be shown on the multifunc- tion display for approximately five seconds. Active Steering Assist Vehicles with Off-Road Engineering pack- age: if you activate DSR or the Gradient off- General notes road program, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC deactivates automatically without warning.
  • Page 202 Driving systems towards the edge of the carriageway, your vehi- Active Steering Assist cannot provide assis- cle could come into contact with the kerb or tance: other road boundaries. Be particularly aware of on very sharp corners other road users, e.g. cyclists, that are directly when you are towing a trailer next to your vehicle.

  • Page 203: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Important safety notes Information on the multifunction display WARNING If the vehicle is only braked using the HOLD function, the vehicle may roll away in the fol- lowing situations when you leave the vehicle: if there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply if the HOLD function is deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal or brake...
  • Page 204 Driving systems Activating the HOLD function The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle is stationary and: a system fault occurs the power supply is insufficient If a malfunction occurs, the transmission may also be shifted to position j automatically.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Assistant display downhill gradient can be managed. DSR may not always be able to keep to the set speed, depend- ing on road surface and tyre conditions. Select a set speed suitable for the prevailing conditions and when necessary, apply the brakes manually. Further information about "Driving off-road"...
  • Page 206 Driving systems Use the off-road program button to open the off- The Slippery off-road program has the following road menu on the multimedia system. characteristics: Depending on the off-road program selected, the steering, drive, transmission and suspen- the following vehicle characteristics will change: sion are adapted for comfort the drive (engine and transmission manage- vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: the...
  • Page 207 Driving systems Activating/deactivating off-road pro- ® ABS, ESP and 4ETS programs especially adap- ted to off-road driving are also activated. grams The Rocking free off-road program can be selected up to a speed of 20 km/h. If you are driving in the Rocking free off-road program at speeds faster than 20 km/h.
  • Page 208 Driving systems grip surface is required; the tyres and vehicle ments in the multifunction display flicker rap- must also be in good condition. idly. If the brake pedal is not released after a WARNING short while, RACE START is cancelled. The If you use RACE START, individual tyres may RACE START cancelled RACE START cancelled...
  • Page 209 Driving systems Available suspension settings S (Sport) the suspension setting is more taut C (Comfort) the suspension setting is the vehicle is set to low level comfortable Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 the vehicle is set to normal 4MATIC+/GLC 63 S level 4MATIC+: the 4MATIC+ is Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 synchronised more dynami-...
  • Page 210 Driving systems vehicle levels below a speed of 50 km/h. Select If indicator lamp ; is lit: the "Normal" setting for normal road surfaces Press button :. and "Raised" for driving with snow chains or on Indicator lamp ; goes out. The vehicle is particularly poor road surfaces.
  • Page 211 Driving systems Sport mode The vehicle is automatically set to the level of the most recently selected drive program page 160) if you drive at speeds greater than 2 km/h. If the vehicle can no longer be raised when stationary: start the engine. The process will then be continued.
  • Page 212 Driving systems manoeuvring and parking remains with you. 4MATIC (permanent all-wheel drive) Make sure that no persons, animals or objects 4MATIC ensures permanent drive for all four are in the manoeuvring range. wheels. Together with ESP ® , it improves the When Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deactiva- traction of your vehicle whenever a drive wheel ted, Active Parking Assist is also unavailable.

  • Page 213: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems you can intervene in the steering procedure to Active Parking Assist does not help you to park correct it at any time; Active Parking Assist is in spaces at a right angle to the direction of then deactivated travel if: when transporting a load that protrudes from two parking spaces are located directly next...
  • Page 214 Driving systems Stop the vehicle when the parking symbol Note that Active Parking Assist cannot shows the desired parking space on the measure the length of a parking space if it is instrument cluster. perpendicular to the direction of travel. You will need to judge whether your vehicle will fit Shift the transmission to position k.
  • Page 215 Driving systems Parking Parking Assist Assist in in operation operation Select Select If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC detects R R Observe surroundings Observe surroundingsmessage appears in obstacles, Active Parking Assist brakes auto- the multifunction display. matically whilst the vehicle is exiting the park- ing space.
  • Page 216 Driving systems then have to steer and merge into traffic on your bumper. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC shows you own. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC will still be the distance between your vehicle and an obsta- available. You can take over the steering before cle visually and audibly.

  • Page 217: Warning Displays

    Driving systems If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- evant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- imum, the distance may no longer be shown. Warning displays Sensors on the front bumper, left-hand side (example) Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi-...
  • Page 218 Driving systems When the distance to the obstacle is sufficient, Activates/deactivates Parking Assist you will hear an intermittent warning tone. The PARKTRONIC shorter the distance to the obstacle, the shorter Indicator lamp the frequency of the intermittent warning tones If indicator lamp ; lights up, Parking Assist becomes.
  • Page 219 Driving systems Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning and has been deacti- on the Parking Assist vated. PARKTRONIC warning If problems persist, have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at a displays are lit.
  • Page 220 Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed, function or symbol ; for "Coupling up a observe the notes on cleaning ( page 355) trailer". The symbol of the selected function is high- if the rear of your vehicle is damaged – in this lighted.
  • Page 221 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Yellow guide lines for vehicle width including the exterior mirrors, for current steering Reversing straight into a parking space input (dynamic) without steering input Yellow lanes marking the course the tyres will take for current steering input (dynamic) White guide line without steering input –...
  • Page 222 Driving systems After driving past the parking space, stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Make sure that the reversing camera is switched on ( page 217). The lane and guide lines appear in the camera image. While the vehicle is stationary, turn the steer- ing wheel in the direction of the parking space until yellow guide lines ;...

  • Page 223: Object Detection

    Driving systems You can also use the reversing camera to select a wide-angle view. When Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is opera- tional ( page 214), a symbol for your own vehi- cle appears on the multimedia system display. If the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC warning dis- plays are active, warning displays = light up on the multimedia system display in yellow or red accordingly.
  • Page 224 Driving systems top view and enlarged front view at night or in very dark places top view and trailer view (vehicles with trailer if the cameras are exposed to very bright light tow hitch) if the area is lit by fluorescent lamps or LED top view and images from the rear-facing side lighting (the display may flicker) cameras (rear wheel view)
  • Page 225 Driving systems Switching the 360° camera on/off with The full-screen option is available only in the fol- lowing views: the button top view with image from the reversing cam- top view with image from the front camera Multimedia system display Important safety notes The camera system may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not show...
  • Page 226 Driving systems Guide lines for the maximum steering input Red guide line at a distance of approximately 0.30 m from the front of the vehicle Yellow lanes marking the course the tyres will take for current steering input (dynamic) Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 1.0 m from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide lines for vehicle width including the exterior mirrors –...
  • Page 227 Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function Reverse carefully until the trailer drawbar rea- ches red guide line C. The distance between the trailer drawbar and red guide line C is now approximately 0.30 m. Couple up the trailer ( page 240).
  • Page 228 Driving systems Displaying the attention level ATTENTION ASSIST General notes ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, monotonous journeys such as on motorways and trunk roads. It is active in the 60 km/h to 200 km/h speed range. If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increas- ing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver, it suggests taking a break.
  • Page 229 Driving systems corresponds to the last selection activated warning. Traffic Sign Assist detects traffic signs (standard/sensitive). with multifunction camera : attached at the top of the windscreen. The data and general traffic regulations stored in the navigation sys- Warning on the multifunction display tem are also used to determine the current If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration speed limit.

  • Page 230: Instrument Cluster Display

    Driving systems Important safety notes Speed limit with unknown restriction Traffic Sign Assist is only an aid and is not always able to correctly display speed limits and over- taking restrictions. Traffic signs always have pri- ority over the Traffic Sign Assist display. The system may be either functionally impaired or temporarily unavailable in the following sit- uations:...

  • Page 231: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems qualified specialist workshop. Blind Spot Assist Lane Tracking package may no longer work properly in such cases. General notes Monitoring range The Lane Tracking package consists of Blind In particular, the detection of obstacles can be Spot Assist ( page 228) and Lane Keeping impaired in the following situations: Assist (...

  • Page 232: Collision Warning

    Driving systems Warning lamp Assistant display Warning lamp When Blind Spot Assist is activated, grey radar waves propagating backwards appear next to Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below the vehicle on the assistant display on the mul- approximately 30 km/h.
  • Page 233 Driving systems This function is available within a speed range there are no lane markings, or several unclear between 60 km/h and 200 km/h. lane markings are present for one lane, e.g. around construction sites A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking.

  • Page 234: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems you have switched on the indicator. In this detected in the monitored area. If you then event, the warnings are suppressed for a cer- switch on the corresponding turn signal to tain period of time. change lanes, you will also receive a visual warn- ing and hear a warning tone.
  • Page 235 Driving systems Monitoring range Due to the nature of the system: warnings may be issued in error when driving WARNING close to crash barriers or similar solid boun- Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all daries traffic situations and road users. There is a warnings may be interrupted when you are risk of an accident.
  • Page 236 Driving systems When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, grey Either a course-correcting brake application radar waves propagating rearwards appear next appropriate to the driving situation, or none at to the vehicle on the assistant display on the all, may occur in the following situations: multifunction display.

  • Page 237: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic General notes situation and keep within the lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you. Ter- minate the intervention in a non-critical driv- ing situation.
  • Page 238 Driving systems you have adopted a sporty driving style with WARNING high cornering speeds or high rates of accel- A lane-correcting brake application cannot eration always bring the vehicle back into the original ® is deactivated lane. There is a risk of an accident. the transmission is not in position h Always steer, brake or accelerate yourself, on vehicles with a trailer tow hitch, the elec-...

  • Page 239: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer page 257). Active Lane Keeping Assist is Towing a trailer ready for use. Important safety notes To deactivate: press button ;. Indicator lamp : goes out. Active Lane Keep- WARNING ing Assist is deactivated. The Lane Lane Keeping Keeping Assist off Assist off...

  • Page 240: Driving Tips

    For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the per- If the values differ, the lowest value applies. missible rear axle load is increased when you are towing a trailer.
  • Page 241 Towing a trailer Driving tips Swivelling out using the switch on the driver's door Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle in front than when driving without a trailer. Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gen- tly at first to allow the trailer to run on. Then, increase the braking force rapidly.
  • Page 242 Towing a trailer Pull switch : briefly. The ball coupling swivels back into the starting After a short time, the ball coupling swivels position if: out from under the rear bumper. It can take up you drive off before the Trailer Trailer coupling coupling...

  • Page 243: Trailer Power Supply

    Towing a trailer Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged Coupling up a trailer overrun brake. Otherwise, your vehicle could Apply the electric parking brake manually. be damaged by the rebounding of the overrun Shift the transmission to position j. brake.
  • Page 244 Towing a trailer Fitting the adapter To deactivate the switched power supply: Turn the key to position g in the ignition lock Make sure that there is sufficient cable play page 152). so that the cable cannot become detached when cornering. Press the Start/Stop button once on vehicles Remove the adapter cable before folding in with KEYLESS-GO or the KEYLESS-GO start...
  • Page 245 Towing a trailer Problems towing a trailer Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The ball coupling has The indicator lamp on the button flashes. been swivelled in but Trailer coupling Check lock Trailer coupling Check lock message appears on the does not reach the multifunction display.

  • Page 246: Bicycle Rack

    Bicycle rack Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Unlocking using the The on-board voltage is too low. button on the driver's Engage parking position j. door: Switch on the power supply. The ball coupling does not swivel out even Start the engine.

  • Page 247: Loading Instructions

    Always distribute the load on the bicycle rack as symmetrically as possible to the vehicle longi- tudinal axis. Before loading the bicycle rack, Mercedes-Benz advises you to remove all add-on parts from the bicycles, e.g. bicycle baskets, child seats or batteries. This will allow you to improve the aerody- namic resistance and the bicycle rack's centre of gravity.
  • Page 248 Bicycle rack Load distribution on the bicycle rack Height between the centre of gravity and the ball coupling Distance to the rear between the centre of gravity and the ball coupling Centre of gravity is located on the central axis of the vehicle When loading the bicycle rack, comply with the following notes: Number of bicycles Total weight of bicy-...

  • Page 249: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument lighting WARNING If you operate information and communica- tion equipment integrated in the vehicle when driving, you could be distracted from the traf- fic situation. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 250 Displays and operation One or two segments in the stored speed Under normal operating conditions and with the range light up. correct coolant level, the display may rise to 120 †. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC detects a vehicle in front moving more slowly than the stored speed: Operating the on-board computer The segments between the speed of the vehi-...

  • Page 251: Multifunction Display

    Displays and operation Press and hold: Adjusts the volume Scrolls quickly through all lists On the Radio Radio Media Media menu: Mute selects a station, audio track or ó Vehicles with the Audio 20 multi- video using rapid scrolling media system: On the Telephone Telephone...

  • Page 252: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Possible displays on the multifunction dis- The visibility of the Head-up Display is influ- play: enced by the following conditions: Z Gearshift recommendation for manual gear- the driver's seat position shifting ( page 170) the positioning of the display image j Active Parking Assist ( page 209) the general light conditions...

  • Page 253: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Standard displays on the head-up display Using the Display content Display content function, you can, depending on your vehicle's equipment, choose between four standard displays. The selected content then appears on the head- up display. In Mercedes-AMG vehicles, you can choose between further AMG displays in addition to the standard displays, depending on your vehicle's equipment.
  • Page 254 Menus and submenus Press and hold the % button on the steer- If the ignition remains switched off for longer ing wheel until the Trip Trip menu with trip than four hours, the ECO display will be auto- meter : and total distance recorder ; matically reset.

  • Page 255: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Navi Navi menu. Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Confirm by pressing a on the steering menu list. wheel. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip...
  • Page 256 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced with a Change of direction without lane recom- lane recommendation mendation Target of the change of direction Road to which the change of direction leads Distance to the change of direction Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Change-of-direction symbol Change-of-direction symbol...
  • Page 257 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Artist name tion system Track name The multifunction display shows station ; with station frequency or station name. The preset position is displayed along with station ; only if this has been stored. You can store radio sta- tions in the multimedia system.

  • Page 258: Dvd-Video Operation

    Menus and submenus To select an audio player or audio media: Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. press a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. To open the media sources list: press a Press : or 9 to select the correspond- briefly.
  • Page 259 Menus and submenus To select a channel in the channel list: To select a DVD drive or DVD media: press press the : or 9 button briefly. a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. To select a channel in the channel list using rapid scrolling: press and hold Press : or 9 to select the correspond- ing DVD single drive or disc.
  • Page 260 Internet at http://www.mercedes- want to dial. benz.com/connect Press the 6 or a button to start dial- at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre ling. Accepting a call To exit the phone book: press the ~ or If someone calls you when you are in the Tele‐...

  • Page 261: Traffic Sign Assist

    Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Press : or 9 to select the AdBlue AdBlue wheel. submenu. The assistant display shows you the status of Press a to confirm the selection. and/or information from the following driving ®...
  • Page 262 Menus and submenus For further information on Traffic Sign Assist, Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist see ( page 226). Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Activating/deactivating Active Brake Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Assist select the Settings...
  • Page 263 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select the Assistance Assistance Press : or 9 to select the Head-up Head-up submenu. display display submenu. Press a to confirm. Press a to confirm. Select Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist by press- Select Display...
  • Page 264 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to only if the setting for driving on the left/right is select the Settings Settings menu. set opposite to your vehicle's country version. Confirm by pressing a on the steering Further information on the Intelligent Light Sys- wheel.
  • Page 265 Menus and submenus Vehicle submenu Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Setting the speed limiter Press : or 9 to select the Instru‐ Instru‐ ment cluster ment cluster submenu. Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Press a to confirm.
  • Page 266 Menus and submenus Switch on the display function for notes and AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) traffic signs ( page 258). Warm-up Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 267 Menus and submenus SETUP Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+/GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ (Example) Drive Eco/Comfort Comfort/Sport Sport/Sport + Sport + Suspension Comfort Comfort/Sport Sport/Sport + Sport + (Example) Steering Comfort Comfort/Sport Sport Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+: Drive ECO Start/Stop Active Active/Inactive...
  • Page 268 Menus and submenus RACE TIMER Press the : or 9 button to select Lap. Displaying and starting the RACE TIMER Press a to confirm. A maximum of 32 laps may be stored. Stopping the RACE TIMER RACE TIMER The RACE TIMER is intended only for use on a designated race track.

  • Page 269: Display Messages

    Display messages Press : or 9 to select Stop Stop. Average lap speed The RACE TIMER is stopped. Lap length Press : or 9 to select Reset Reset. This function is only available if you have stored Press a to confirm. at least two laps and have stopped the RACE- All laps are deleted.
  • Page 270 Display messages Message memory The on-board computer saves certain display messages in the message memory. You can call up the display messages: Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Service Service menu.

  • Page 271: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily unavailable. currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be mal- ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐...
  • Page 272 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be mal- inoperative inoperative See See Own‐ Own‐ functioning. er's Manual er's Manual The ÷ warning lamp also lights up on the instrument cluster. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
  • Page 273 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are faulty. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be mal- ÷ functioning. In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instru- inoperative inoperative See See Own‐...
  • Page 274 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red ! indicator lamp are lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch the ignition off and then on again. Release the electric parking brake manually. Release the electric parking brake automatically ( page 179).

  • Page 275: Check Brake Fluid

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red ! indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. The electric parking brake cannot be applied manually.
  • Page 276 There is a risk of an accident. Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Vehicles with the Audio 20 multimedia system: At least one main function of the Mercedes-Benz Contact system is Inoperative Inoperative malfunctioning. At least one main function of the Mercedes me connect system is malfunctioning.
  • Page 277 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Active Brake Brake Assist Assist Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function is temporarily inopera- Functions Functions currently currently tive. limited limited See See Owner's Owner's Possible causes: Manual Manual the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 278 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar Radar sensors sensors dirty dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: dirt on sensors heavy rain or snow driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g. in desert-like areas At least one driving system or driving safety system is malfunctioning or is temporarily unavailable:...
  • Page 279 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left or right restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up on the instrument cluster. Rear left malfunc‐ Rear left malfunc‐ WARNING tion Consult work‐ tion Consult work‐...
  • Page 280 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is disabled during the journey airbag airbag disabled disabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too low.

  • Page 281: Front-Passenger

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is enabled during the journey airbag enabled See airbag enabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is not occupied The system may detect objects or forces that are placing additional...
  • Page 282 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Further information on the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system ( page 52). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The bulb in question is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 283 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You are driving without dipped-beam headlamps. Turn the light switch to the L or à position. Switch on headlamps Switch on headlamps Adaptive Main-beam Adaptive Main-beam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Possible causes:...
  • Page 284 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid longer journeys when there is insufficient coolant in the Top up coolant See Top up coolant See engine cooling system. You could otherwise damage the engine. Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual Top up the coolant, making sure to observe the warning notes...
  • Page 285 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not drive any further. Otherwise the engine may overheat. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 286 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. A warning tone also sounds. Check Check eng. eng. oil oil lev. lev. Avoid long journeys when there is insufficient engine oil. You could when when next next refuelling...
  • Page 287 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is very little fuel in the fuel tank. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated. You must refuel at the nearest filling station. ¸ Vehicles with a diesel engine: The engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced.
  • Page 288 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver. A warning ATTENTION ASSIST: ATTENTION ASSIST: tone also sounds. Take a break! Take a break! If necessary, take a break.
  • Page 289 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Á You cannot change the vehicle level. Possible causes: you are driving too quickly for the selected vehicle level Please reduce speed Please reduce speed you are driving too quickly with a trailer or the trailer tow hitch socket is being used, e.g.
  • Page 290 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Lane Lane Keeping Keeping Assist Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is faulty. inoperative inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Active Lane Lane Keeping Keeping Assist inoperative Assist inoperative Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist...
  • Page 291 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Parking Active Parking Active Parking Assist is malfunctioning or faulty. Assist inoperative Assist inoperative Follow the instructions and helpful hints in the "Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC" section ( page 216).
  • Page 292 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Distance Active Distance Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Active Steering Assist is also temporarily inoperative. unavailable unavailable See See Own‐ Own‐ Possible causes: er's Manual er's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 293 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Steering Active Steering Active Steering Assist is temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Possible causes: unavailable unavailable See See Own‐ Own‐ the area of the windscreen in the camera's field of vision is dirty er's Manual er's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog...
  • Page 294 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise control Cruise control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. - - - km/h - - - km/h You have tried to store a speed below 30 km/h, for example. ®...
  • Page 295 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre Tyre pressure pressure Check Check The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss tyres tyres in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible cause: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tyres or fitted new wheels and tyres the tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped WARNING...

  • Page 296: Check Tyre(S)

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check tyre(s) Check tyre(s) The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown on the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase...
  • Page 297 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or several tyres. missing missing The pressure of the affected tyre is not shown on the multifunction display.
  • Page 298 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Apply brake to Apply brake to You attempted to shift from position h to position k. select R select R Depress the brake pedal. Shift the transmission to position k. Risk of vehicle Risk of vehicle The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in...
  • Page 299 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Stop vehicle Leave Stop vehicle Leave The transmission has overheated. Pulling away can be temporarily engine engine running running Wait Wait impaired or not possible. Transmission cool‐ Transmission cool‐ Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 300 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The trailer tow hitch is not operational. A warning tone also sounds. Check Check trailer trailer hitch hitch WARNING lock lock If the ball coupling is not in the locked position, the trailer may come loose.

  • Page 301: Telephone Service

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds. Power steering mal‐ Power steering mal‐ WARNING function See Own‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual er's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 302: Warning And Indicator Lamps On The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key not detected Key not detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.
  • Page 303 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N For certain countries only: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six sec- onds after the engine starts.
  • Page 304 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is switched on. WARNING The brake system is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affec- ted.
  • Page 305 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is malfunctioning. An additional warning tone indicates that EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
  • Page 306 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened due to a risk of skidding or because at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 307 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp å ® N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is switched on.
  • Page 308 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit. Observe the additional display messages on the multifunction display.
  • Page 309 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale. The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is malfunctioning.
  • Page 310 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
  • Page 311 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush. If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, drive on to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 312 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.
  • Page 313 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Page 314: General Notes

    Operating system General notes WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their The section on the multimedia system in this software as well as wiring could affect their manual describes the basic principles for oper- function and/or the operation of other net- ation.
  • Page 315 Operating system Controller The display must be switched off and have cooled down before you start cleaning. Do not The controller in the centre console lets you: apply pressure to the display surface when cleaning it, as this could cause irreversible dam- select menu items on the display age to the display.

  • Page 316: Operating The Touchpad

    Operating system Operating the touchpad Handwriting recognition Touch-sensitive surface Example: COMAND Online Active input line Favourites button Enters a space Calls up quick access for audio Character input on the touchpad Back button Deletes characters You can navigate in menus and lists via touch- sensitive surface : by using a single finger To display the menu: press the touchpad.

  • Page 317: Adding Favourites

    Operating system Switching the handwriting recognition Favourites read-aloud function on and off Calling up and exiting favourites Multimedia system: To call up: press the ß button on the con- Select Vehicle VehicleQSystem set‐ System set‐ troller or on the touchpad. tings tingsQTouchpad TouchpadQRead out hand‐...
  • Page 318 Operating system Overview Select a category. The favourites are displayed. Select a favourite. Add a favourite at the desired position. If a favourite has already been added at this position, it will be overwritten. Adding your own favourites Select Vehicle VehicleQClimate control Climate control.

  • Page 319: Air Freshener

    Operating system Settings in the climate menu Before getting in, the driver's seat area or the whole vehicle interior is briefly warmed or ven- tilated. The air from the vents is pre-cooled. Setting the climate mode Call up the climate control menu The climate mode determines the type of air- page 315).
  • Page 320 Operating system Synchronising the climate control set- are stored on the SD card as a PDF file. The SD card box contains a quick guide. tings The following information applies to navigation Use O Sync. Sync. (synchronisation) to select the with COMAND Online.
  • Page 321 European countries) ® The Bluetooth device names for all of one man- select destinations from Mercedes-Benz ufacturer's products might be identical. To Apps make it possible to clearly identify your mobile select geo-coordinates phone, change the device name (see the man- ufacturer's operating instructions).
  • Page 322 Operating system Authorisation using Secure Simple Pairing Further information on suitable mobile phones can be obtained on the Internet at: The code on the multimedia system and http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ mobile phone are the same: if applicable, connect select on the multimedia system.

  • Page 323: Installing The Module

    Operating system Activating and connecting the module The module is not available in all vehicles, depending on the equipment. Installing the module Multimedia system: COMAND Online: select Telephone Telephone. Mounting the module in the stowage compart- Audio 20: select Tel/ Tel/ ®.
  • Page 324 Operating system With the contact surface facing down, insert Enter and confirm the same PIN on the mobile SIM card : into the SIM card slot until it phone. engages. Where necessary, enter the SIM card PIN into After a SIM card is inserted in the module, a the multimedia system and confirm.

  • Page 325: Connecting Usb Devices

    Operating system Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until Media mode the SD card engages. The side with the con- tacts must face downwards. General notes Select the media source ( page 322). If you wish to play external media sources, the appropriate media mode must already be turned Removing an SD card on.

  • Page 326: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Stowage areas sible and as low down in the luggage com- Loading guidelines partment as possible. the load must not protrude above the upper DANGER edge of the seat backrests. always place the load behind unoccupied Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust seats if possible.

  • Page 327: Spectacles Compartment

    Stowage areas Front stowage compartments Spectacles compartment Glove compartment To open: press marking :. The spectacles compartment opens down- wards. To open: pull handle : and open glove com- partment flap ;. Make sure that the spectacles compartment is To close: fold glove compartment flap ; always closed while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 328 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest Stowage compartment (example) To open: press button : at the front. To open: fold down the seat armrest. The stowage space opens. Press on the front of release catch : and fold Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol- the cover of the armrest upwards.
  • Page 329 Stowage areas Vehicle occupants could be struck in the fol- lowing situations, for example, in the event of sudden braking or an accident: if you transport other heavy or sharp-edged objects in the skibag if you do not secure the skibag with the lashing straps There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 330 Stowage areas Both outer seat backrests in the rear compart- Pull left-hand or right-hand release handle :. ment are electrically unlocked with the release The corresponding backrest folds forwards. button in the luggage compartment. The corre- Move the driver's or front-passenger seat sponding rear seat backrests then fold forwards back if necessary.
  • Page 331 Stowage areas Adjust the head restraints if necessary left seat backrests are engaged and joined page 110). together. Move the driver's or front-passenger seat Slide catch : upwards. back if necessary. The release mechanism of the centre seat backrest is locked. To unlock: fold the left and centre seat backr- ests forwards.
  • Page 332 Stowage areas Lashing eyelets in the rear-compartment Bag hook footwell (vehicles with safety net) Luggage compartment cover Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the luggage compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.
  • Page 333 Stowage areas Extending and retracting the luggage arrow and insert the luggage compartment cover : into the right-hand anchorage from compartment cover above ;. Dividing net Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the dividing net cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads.
  • Page 334 Stowage areas You can use the safety net in two different posi- Stowing the dividing net tions (behind the B-pillar or the C-pillar): Press the red button on the upper and lower guide rods. The brackets behind B-pillar : are required for the luggage compartment enlargement Fold the dividing net and roll it up.
  • Page 335 Stowage areas Fitting the luggage net Coat hooks on the tailgate Coat hook Open the luggage compartment floor ; page 333), raise by approximately 45° and remove from the rear. Snap-in module for luggage compart- Place the luggage compartment floor ; on a clean surface.
  • Page 336 Stowage areas Fitting of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always close the luggage compartment floor before a journey. The following items are located beneath the lug- gage compartment floor: folding box tyre-change tool kit TIREFIT kit EASY-PACK load-securing kit Opening and closing the luggage com- Open luggage compartment floor ;...
  • Page 337 ?. page 401). To close: detach hook = from the luggage Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only compartment's upper seal ?. use roof carriers that have been tested and Fasten hook = to the bracket on the under- approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

  • Page 338: Attaching The Roof Carrier

    Features Attaching the roof carrier Cup holder on the front centre console Secure the roof carrier to the roof rails. Observe the manufacturer's installation instructions. Features Cup holder Important safety notes WARNING To open: open the stowage space If you transport objects in the vehicle interior page 324).
  • Page 339 Features Glare from the side Fold down the rear seat armrest. To open: press the front of cup holder : or ;. Cup holder : or ; extends automatically. To fold out: place a container in the cup holder. Cup holder : or ; folds down automati- cally.

  • Page 340: Cigarette Lighter

    Features To open: pull cover ; out by its top handle Ashtray edge. Front ashtray To remove the insert: push ribbing = from the left side and pull insert : up and out. The stowage space under the ashtray is not To fit the insert: fit insert : into the holder heat resistant.
  • Page 341 Features Socket on the rear-compartment centre Press in cigarette lighter ;. Cigarette lighter ; will pop out automatically console when the heating element is red-hot. To close: push cover : of the stowage com- partment closed. 12 V sockets General notes Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock page 152).

  • Page 342: General Notes

    Features the maximum wattage of the device to be Immediately have the 230 V power socket connected must not exceed 150 watts checked or replaced at a qualified special- the on-board voltage is within a permissible ised workshop if it is damaged or has been voltage range pulled out of the trim.

  • Page 343: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System

    To make an emergency call: press SOS but- nect offers a quick and convenient way of con- ton ; briefly. necting a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer The indicator lamp on SOS button ; flashes Centre. You can, for example, request an until the emergency call is concluded.
  • Page 344 Features The multimedia system display indicates that a call is active. During the call, you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the Ø but- ton on the multimedia system, for example. Voice output is not available in this case. Further information on Mercedes me connect (see Digital Owner's Manual).

  • Page 345: Operating The Mobile Phone

    The mobile phone can also be operated Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an without being in the bracket. However, the approved exterior aerial. This ensures: charging function and aerial function are not optimal mobile phone reception quality in the available.
  • Page 346 Features scribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place several floor- mats on top of one another. Slide the relevant seat back. To fit: lay the floormat in the footwell. Press studs : onto retainers ;.

  • Page 347: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewellery and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Bonnet ple, away from moving parts. Important safety notes To ensure the flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe WARNING the following notes ( page 149):...
  • Page 348 Engine compartment With your hand flat, push down the active Make sure that the windscreen wipers are bonnet : in the area around the hinges on switched off. both sides (arrows). Pull release lever : on the bonnet. Do so until you feel the active bonnet : The bonnet is released.
  • Page 349 Engine compartment Engine oil Allow an overheating engine to cool down before opening the bonnet. If there is a fire in Important safety notes the engine compartment, leave the bonnet closed and notify the fire brigade. WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- Hybrid vehicles: be sure to observe the notes ment could be very hot, e.g.
  • Page 350 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Engine oil level OK Engine oil level Products is available at any Mercedes-Benz Add 1,1 litre engine oil when next Add 1,1 litre engine oil when next Service Centre.
  • Page 351 Engine compartment Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn eyewear when opening. Open the cap slowly clockwise. to release pressure. Make sure that the cap locks securely into place. WARNING Check the oil level again with the oil dipstick If you open the bonnet while the engine is page 346).

  • Page 352: Assyst Plus

    ;. If necessary, top up with coolant that has The ASSYST PLUS service interval display been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. informs you of the next service due date. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as Information on the type of service and service it will go.
  • Page 353 Displaying service messages ated under increased loads. Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- Switch the ignition on. shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Press ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus. Driving abroad...

  • Page 354: Automatic Car Wash

    Use care products and cleaning agents recom- vehicle in a tow-through car wash. The vehicle mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. may otherwise be damaged. Operating with the key: Washing the vehicle and cleaning the Do not remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 355: High-Pressure Cleaner

    Use a soft sponge to clean. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Vehicles with decorative film: parts of your shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. vehicle are covered with decorative film. Maintain a distance of at least 70 cm between...

  • Page 356: Cleaning The Windows

    Clean the water drainage channels of the Use only insect remover and car shampoo from windscreen and the rear window at regular the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and products. pollen may under certain circumstances pre-...

  • Page 357: Cleaning The Wiper Blades

    Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning Clean sensors : of the driving systems with agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. cleaning cloths.
  • Page 358 Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 152).
  • Page 359 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- For cleaning, do not use any of the following: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or petrol abrasive cleaning agents Cleaning wood trim and trim elements...
  • Page 360 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the roof lining and carpets Roof lining: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 361: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Notes on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing and stowing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a tumble dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in the Do not dry-clean safety jacket compartments in the stowage...

  • Page 362: First Aid Kit

    Where will I find...? Warning triangle First-aid kit Removing the warning triangle The first-aid kit : is in the luggage compart- ment in the left-hand stowage net. Open the tailgate. Open the tailgate. Open the luggage compartment floor : Remove the first-aid kit :. page 333).

  • Page 363: Towing Eye

    Where will I find...? Removing the TIREFIT kit Towing eye The TIREFIT kit is located in the left-hand stow- The towing eye : is located in the left-side age space. stowage well under the luggage compartment floor. To remove: open the tailgate. To remove: open the tailgate.

  • Page 364: Preparing The Vehicle

    Flat tyre Removing the tyre-change tool kit Assistance Centre for the Mercedes-Benz emer- gency call system ( page 340). Information on changing and fitting a wheel page 386). Stop the vehicle as far away as possible from traffic on firm, non-slippery and level ground.
  • Page 365 Flat tyre MOExtended tyres may be used only in conjunc- ing, accelerating quickly and when braking. tion with an activated tyre pressure loss warning There is a risk of accident. system or tyre pressure monitor. Do not exceed the stated maximum speed. If a pressure loss warning message appears Avoid abrupt steering and driving manoeu- on the multifunction display:...
  • Page 366 Flat tyre inhale TIREFIT fumes. Keep tyre sealant away from children. There is a risk of injury. If you come into contact with the tyre sealant, observe the following: Rinse off the tyre sealant from your skin immediately with water. If the tyre sealant comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them thor- oughly with clean water.
  • Page 367 Press on/off switch = on the tyre inflation specialist workshop. compressor. The tyre inflation compressor is switched on. Countries with Mercedes-Benz Service24h: The tyre is inflated. you will find a sticker with the telephone number First, tyre sealant is pumped into the tyre. The on the B-pillar on the driver's side, for example.

  • Page 368: Battery (Vehicle)

    Work on the battery, e.g. removing or fitting, Countries with Mercedes-Benz Service24h: requires specialist knowledge and the use of you will find a sticker with the telephone number special tools. Therefore, always have work on on the B-pillar on the driver's side, for example.
  • Page 369 Battery (vehicle) The highly flammable gas mixture is created Environmental note while the battery is charging and when jump- Batteries contain pollutants. starting. It is illegal to dispose of them Always make sure that neither you nor the bat- with the household rubbish. tery is electrostatically charged.
  • Page 370 However, you an explosion. can also charge the battery with a charger rec- Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before ommended by Mercedes-Benz. For more infor- mation, please contact a qualified specialist charging it or jump-starting. workshop.

  • Page 371: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting permits charging of the battery while it is fitted. been thawed may be reduced. The starting char- Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for acteristics may be impaired, especially at low information and availability. Read the battery temperatures. Have the thawed battery charger's operating instructions before charg- checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 372 Jump-starting WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at temperatures below freezing point. When jump-starting the vehicle or charging the battery, gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion. Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before charging it or jump-starting. If the warning and indicator lamps do not light up on the instrument cluster when temperatures are low, it is probably because the discharged battery has frozen.

  • Page 373: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device. Slide cover A of positive terminal : in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal : on your vehicle to positive terminal ; of donor battery B using the jump lead.
  • Page 374 Towing and tow-starting Observe the following points when towing In such circumstances, use a towing bar. with a tow rope: Make sure that the steering is moving freely Secure the tow rope on the same side on before towing. both vehicles. Make sure that the tow rope is not longer WARNING than legally permitted.

  • Page 375: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. Otherwise, you: cannot turn the key to position 2 in the igni- tion lock cannot release the electric parking brake cannot shift the transmission to position i on vehicles with automatic transmission Deactivate the automatic locking feature before towing the vehicle ( page 91).
  • Page 376 Towing and tow-starting vehicle is not permitted. The drive train may Towing the vehicle away with all otherwise be damaged. wheels on the ground You may only secure the vehicle by the The automatic transmission automatically shifts wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as to position j when you open the driver's or axle or steering components.

  • Page 377: Electrical Fuses

    You can obtain further information cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Fuse box in the front passenger foot- Only use fuses that have been approved for...
  • Page 378 Electrical fuses To close: clip in cover : at the rear. Insert lid ? into the bracket at the rear of the fuse box. Fold cover : forwards until it engages. Fold down lid ? of the fuse box and tighten screws =.

  • Page 379: Wheels And Tyres

    Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Regular checking of wheels and tyres rectly can impair operating safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved...
  • Page 380 Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit approved for your vehicle model. Observe the any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tyre pres- tyre load rating and speed rating required for sure monitors.

  • Page 381: Winter Operation

    When you have fitted the M+S tyres: thereby damaging the tyres permanently. Check the tyre pressures ( page 379). Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system this type of damage. page 381). WARNING Restart the tyre pressure monitor page 383).

  • Page 382: Tyre Pressure

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use only snow chains that have ing and braking, may be greatly impaired. been approved for Mercedes-Benz or that are of There is a risk of an accident. an equivalent quality standard. For more infor-...
  • Page 383 Tyre pressure If possible, correct tyre pressures only when the If you are unable to rectify the damage, con- tyres are cold. tact a qualified specialist workshop. The tyres are cold: if the vehicle has been parked with the tyres Environmental note out of direct sunlight for at least three hours Check the tyre pressure regularly, at least...
  • Page 384 Tyre pressure Important safety notes Press ò on the steering wheel to call up the menu list. The tyre pressure warning system does not warn Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to you of an incorrectly set tyre pressure. Observe select the Service Service...
  • Page 385 Tyre pressure too low, the tyre pressure monitor is not mal- functioning if the warning lamp flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit constantly, the tyre pressure monitor is malfunctioning In addition to the warning lamp, a message appears on the multifunction display.
  • Page 386 Tyre pressure After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure moni- pressure. However, you can also set reference tor automatically detects new wheels or new values manually as described here. The tyre sensors. As long as a clear allocation of the tyre pressure monitor then monitors the new tyre pressure values to the individual wheels is not pressure values.
  • Page 387 Tyre pressure Radio type approval for the tyre pres- Country Radio type approval number sure monitor Philippines Country Radio type approval number Abu Dhabi, Dubai, REGISTERED NO: ER0099792/12. Type Approved. United Arab Emirates DEALER NO: DA0047074/10 No: ESD-1306871C Argentina Schrader GG4 Serbia Numero de Registro CNC: H-12338...

  • Page 388: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Brazil Country Radio type approval number South Africa TA-2012/1540 Approved TA-2011/1370 Approved Ukraine Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito à proteção contra inter- ferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a Schrader Electronics цім...

  • Page 389: Direction Of Rotation

    Changing a wheel Interchanging the front and rear wheels or tyres Ensure that the vehicle level is set to "Normal" of differing dimensions can render the general on vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL operating permit invalid. page 207). Observe the instructions and safety notes in the Switch off the engine.

  • Page 390: Raising The Vehicle

    Do not unscrew the bolts completely. only use the vehicle-specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 391 385). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use only wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel.

  • Page 392: Lowering The Vehicle

    There is a risk of accident. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use tyres and wheels Have the tightening torque immediately which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz checked at a qualified specialist workshop specifically for your vehicle. after a wheel is changed.

  • Page 393: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Emergency spare wheel could result in damage to the tyres or the Emergency spare wheel vehicle. Important safety notes Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam- age resulting from the use of tyres, wheels or WARNING accessories other than those tested and approved.
  • Page 394 Emergency spare wheel Replace the tyres after six years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the emergency spare wheel. If you are driving with the emergency spare wheel fitted, the tyre pressure loss warning sys- tem or the tyre pressure monitor cannot func- tion reliably.

  • Page 395: Information On Technical Data

    You can obtain further informa- or is not low-reflection tion from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. This could jeopardise the operating safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at Vehicle electronics a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 396: Identification Plates

    Be sure to observe the manufacturer's addi- tional instructions when installing. Deviations in respect of wavebands, maximum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values:...

  • Page 397: Service Products And Capacities

    Service products must be tailored to the vehicle components. Only use products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been recommended is Slide the right-hand front seat to its rearmost not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or position.
  • Page 398 Service products and capacities You can identify service products approved by If you or others come into contact with fuel, Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on observe the following: the container: Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin MB-Freigabe (e.g.
  • Page 399 Service products and capacities 95 RON that conforms to European standard rating of 91 RON. This may reduce engine per- EN 228, or an equivalent specification. formance and increase fuel consumption. Avoid driving at full throttle and sudden acceleration. Fuel of this specification may contain up to Never refuel using fuel with a lower RON.
  • Page 400 In this For diesel fuel with maximum 7% bio-diesel case, in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Ser- fuel by volume (fatty acid methyl ester) vice Centre, the fuel should be mixed with the...

  • Page 401: Filling Capacities

    Service products and capacities Additives Low outside temperatures In winter months, diesel fuel with an improved ® Only use AdBlue in accordance with cold flow quality is available. In Europe, the ® ISO 22241. Do not use any AdBlue additives EN 590 standard defines various climate- ®...
  • Page 402 If the engine oils listed in the table are not Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz-approved available, you may top up with the following engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz engine oils until the next oil change: engines. Further information on tested and approved...
  • Page 403 The coolant is a mixture of water and anti- freeze/anti-corrosion additive. It is responsible at a qualified specialist workshop for the following: in the Mercedes-Benz Specification for Ser- anti-corrosion protection vice Products by entering the designation on the Internet at antifreeze protection http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com...

  • Page 404: Vehicle Data

    -45 †). Heat will otherwise not be dissipa- ted as effectively. Add washer fluid concentrate, e.g. MB Sum- merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ year round. anti-corrosion additive concentration in accord- ance with MB Specifications for Service Prod- ucts 310.1.

  • Page 405: Vehicle Data For Off-Road Driving

    Vehicle data for off-road driving Model Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ Height Maximum when headroom Vehicle length 4679 mm opened Vehicle width including 2096 mm Mercedes- 2106 mm 1920 mm outside mirrors AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Vehicle width excluding 1931 mm exterior mirrors Mercedes- 2098 mm...

  • Page 406: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch Ready to drive means a full tank, all fluids top- Model Maximum ped up and the driver in the vehicle. water depth On vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL, loads up Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 300 mm to the maximum permissible load have no influ- 4MATIC ence on the approach/departure angle.
  • Page 407 Trailer tow hitch If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, Trailer loads observe the anchorage points on the chassis. Permissible trailer load, braked (at a Retrofitting a trailer tow hitch is only permissible minimum gradient-climbing capability if a trailer load is specified in your vehicle docu- of 12% from a standstill) ments.
  • Page 408 Trailer tow hitch Permissible rear axle load when tow- ing a trailer Model Permissible axle load GLC 220 d 4MATIC 1390 kg (253.903) GLC 220 d 4MATIC 1405 kg (253.905) GLC 250 d 4MATIC 1410 kg GLC 350 d 4MATIC 1420 kg Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+/...

  • Page 412: Editorial Office

    Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or sug- gestions you may have regarding this Owner's...
  • Page 413 Digital - on the Internet You can find the Owner's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital - as an App ® The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple App store or Google Play. Apple® iOS Android™...

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