Vehicle Segment:
Compact Luxury SUV
Key Competitors:
BMW X3, Audi Q5, Lexus RX
Vehicle Design:
Boxy, upright styling with a focus on practicality and a commanding view.
Powertrain Options:
Known for its range of efficient and powerful four-cylinder and V6 engines, often paired with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
Manual Advantage:
Enables owners to perform a wide array of maintenance and repair tasks, significantly reducing dealership service costs.
Engine Mechanical:
Yes (Internal components, timing, seals, gaskets)
Engine Electrical:
Yes (ECU, sensors, actuators, ignition, starting, charging)
Transmission Automatic:
Yes (Operation, diagnosis, overhaul, fluid service)
Drivetrain:
Yes (All-Wheel Drive (4MATIC), differentials, driveshafts, CV joints)
Suspension:
Yes (Front and rear suspension, struts, shocks, springs, bushings)
Steering:
Yes (Power steering system, steering column, rack and pinion)
Brakes:
Yes (Hydraulic system, ABS, ESP, brake pads, rotors, calipers)
Body And Chassis:
Yes (Body panels, frame, doors, hinges, latches, glass)
Heating Ventilation And Air Conditioning HVAC:
Yes (Compressor, refrigerant, climate control module, HVAC blower)
Electrical System:
Yes (Wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, lighting, power accessories)
Infotainment And Navigation:
Yes (System operation, diagnosis, component replacement)
Driver Assistance Systems:
Yes (Cruise control, parking assist, blind spot monitoring - where applicable)
Routine Maintenance:
Yes (Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, tire rotations)
Troubleshooting:
Yes (Diagnostic trouble codes, symptom-based repair guides)
Component Replacement:
Yes (Step-by-step guides for major and minor components)
Rebuilds And Overhauls:
Yes (Engine, transmission, and major assembly overhauls)
Wiring Diagrams:
Yes (Detailed electrical schematics)
Specifications And Tolerances:
Yes (Crucial for accurate repairs)
Depth:
Comprehensive (From basic maintenance to complex engine and transmission diagnostics and repairs)
Glk250 Bluetec 4Matic:
2.1L Inline-4 Turbo Diesel (OM651), approx. 200 hp, 369 lb-ft torque
Glk350 4Matic:
3.5L V6 (M276), approx. 302 hp, 273 lb-ft torque
Acceleration 0 60:
Varies by engine, typically 6-7 seconds for V6 models
Injection Type:
Direct Injection (Gasoline), Common Rail Direct Injection (Diesel)
ECU Type:
ME/ECU (Engine Control Unit) with advanced diagnostic capabilities
NHTSA Overall Rating:
Generally High (Refer to specific model year ratings)
Stability Control:
Standard ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Traction Control:
Standard ASR (Acceleration Skid Control)
Braking Systems:
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist)
Airbags:
Multiple front, side, and curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioning seatbelts with force limiters
System Name:
COMAND (Cockpit Management and Navigation)
Display:
Central color display (typically 7-inch)
Audio:
AM/FM radio, CD/DVD player, Bluetooth audio streaming
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Optional DISTRONIC PLUS
Parking Assist:
Optional Parking Assist (PARKTRONIC)
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Optional Blind Spot Assist
Bluetooth:
Standard for hands-free calling and audio streaming
Usb Aux Input:
Typically available for audio and device connectivity
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months (as per flexible service system)
Major Service A:
Service A (Minor Service) - Generally performed at around 10,000 miles or 1 year.
Major Service B:
Service B (Major Service) - Generally performed at around 20,000 miles or 2 years.
Engine Oil Spec Gasoline:
MB 229.5 or 229.51 (e.g., 0W-30, 5W-30 Synthetic)
Engine Oil Spec Diesel:
MB 229.51 or 229.52 (Low SAPS Synthetic)
Coolant Type:
MB 325.0 (Antifreeze/Coolant)
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads/rotors, suspension bushings, PCV valves (on some gasoline engines), diesel particulate filter issues (on GLK250).
Potential Electrical Gremlins:
Less common than on some other Mercedes models, but always good to check wiring harnesses and connectors.
