Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction, it is possible to release the selector lever lock manually to move it out of position P, e.g. if you wish to tow the vehicle away.
Do not use any sharp-edged objects to remove the selector lever gaiter from
the center console. This could damage the selector lever gaiter.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Pry off selector lever gaiter : with a flat, blunt object, (e.g. a screwdriver wrapped in cloth) from the right-hand edge, pulling it up and out.
- Press release buttons ; down and simultaneously move the selector lever out of position P.
The selector lever can now be moved freely until it is returned to position P.
Restricting the shift range
X Press the selector lever to the left towards D–.
The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range
to the relevant gear.
If the engine exceeds the maximum engine ...
Transfer case
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4- wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is
always transmitted to both axles.
Performance tests may only be carried out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
sy ...
See also:
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the s ...
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for
additional loading space, see page 88. ...
Headlamp levelling
Except for vehicles with discharge headlamps
The angle of the headlamp beam varies depending upon the load carried by the
vehicle. The headlamp levelling switch can be used to adjust the headlamp ...
