Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: 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 automatic transmission to position N.
As soon as the vehicle is loaded:
- Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake.
- Move the selector lever to P.
- Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
- Secure the vehicle.
Only lash the vehicle down by the wheels or wheel rims, not by parts of the
vehicle such as axle or steering components. Otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged.
Towing a vehicle with both axles on the ground
When having your vehicle towed, observe the important safety notes ().
WARNING
The power assistance for the steering and the brake force booster do not work
when the engine is not running. Yo ...
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles
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 r ...
See also:
Seat belt warning chime
The seat belt warning chime will sound for about
6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is
securely fastened. ...
Doors
- Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping
to prevent persons from being
thrown ...
Unlocking the driver's door (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical
key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft
alarm system will be tri ...
