Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Vehicle - Engine - On-board computer and displays - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Vehicle

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D.
  • Shift the transmission to position P or N.
P Shift to 'P' You have attempted to stop the engine with the Start/Stop button while the transmission was not in position P.
  • Shift the transmission to position P.
The tailgate is open. The tailgate is open.
  • Close the tailgate.
Risk of accidentThe hood is open. Risk of accident

The hood is open.

  • Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Apply the parking brake.
  • Close the hood.
At least one door is open. At least one door is open.
  • Close all the doors.
Malfunction See Operator's Manual

Power Steering Malfunction See Operator's Manual

 Risk of accident

The power steering is malfunctioning. You will need to use more force to steer. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
  • If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop.
  • If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Phone No Service Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ receiver range.
  • Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display.
Fluid

Check Washer Fluid

 The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
  • Add washer fluid ().
    Tires
    WARNING Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause exces ...

    SmartKey
    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct Smart ...

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    Hazard warning system
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    StabiliTrak® OFF Light
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    Running out of fuel
    Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several ...