Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Notes for 4MATIC vehicles - Towing and tow-starting - Breakdown assistance - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Notes for 4MATIC vehicles

raised, as doing so will damage the transmission. Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission.

If the vehicle has transmission damage or damage to the front or rear axle, have it transported on a transporter or trailer.

In the event of damage to the electrical system

If the battery is defective, the automatic transmission will be locked in position P. To shift the automatic transmission to position N, you must provide power to the vehicle's electrical system in the same way as when jump-starting ().

Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or trailer.

    Transporting the vehicle
    The towing eyes or trailer tow hitch can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter if you wish to transport it. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Shift the ...

    Recovering a vehicle that has become stuck
    Pull away smoothly, slowly, and in a straight line when pulling out a vehicle that has become stuck. Excessive tractive power could damage the vehicles. If the drive wheels have become stuck in ...

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    Steering Wheel Controls
    For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. (Push to Talk): For vehicles with Bluetooth® or OnStar®, press to interact with th ...

    Owner maintenance
    Periodic maintenance requirements and intervals are described in your vehicle's Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. The following points can be carried out between the normally sc ...

    Instrument Panel
    A. Air Vents on page 8‑5. B. Turn and Lane&-Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑3. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1. Fog Lamps on page 6‑4. C ...