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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    Front Fog Lamp
    1. Open the hood. 2. Reach behind the headlamp housing to access the bulb. 3. Rotate the bulb’s socket counterclockwise, and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the fog lamp housing. 4. ...