Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Problems with the windshield wipers - Windshield wipers - Lights and windshield wipers - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Problems with the windshield wipers

The windshield wipers are obstructed

Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated.

  • For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

or

  • Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
  • Remove the cause of the obstruction.
  • Switch the windshield wipers back on.

The windshield wipers are inoperative

The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.

  • Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
  • Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

The spray nozzles are misaligned

The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the center of the windshield. The spray nozzles are misaligned.

  • Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop.
    Replacing the rear window wiper blade
    Removing the wiper blade Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear window until it engages. Position wiper blade 2 at a right angle to wiper arm 1. Ho ...

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    Key reminder chime
    The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position. The chime stops under the following conditions. - when the igni ...