Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual / Opening and closing / Doors / Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting

Mercedes-Benz GLC : Doors / Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting

You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO

Possible causes:

  • The SmartKey functions have been deactivated.
  • The SmartKey battery is weak or discharged.

 

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Activate the SmartKey functions.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Check the battery using the indicator lamp.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Replace the SmartKey battery, if necessary.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Use the replacement SmartKey.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Use the emergency key to lock or unlock.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

There is interference from a powerful radio signal source.

The KEYLESS-GO function is impaired by, for example:

  • High voltage power lines
  • Mobile phones
  • Electronic devices (notebooks, tablets)
  • Shielding due to metal objects or induction loops for electrical gate systems or automatic barriers

 

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting Make sure that there is sufficient distance between the SmartKey and the potential source of interference.

    Locking/unlocking the vehicle with KEYLESS-GO

    Requirements: The SmartKey is outside the vehicle. The distance between the SmartKey and the vehicle does not exceed 3 ft (1 m). The driver's door and the door at which the door handle is used are closed...

    Activating/deactivating the automatic locking feature

    The vehicle is locked automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning faster than walking pace. To activate: press and hold button for approximately five seconds until an acoustic signal sounds...

    Other information:

    Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: ATA (anti-theft alarm system)


    Function of the ATA system If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered in the following situations: When a door is opened When the tailgate is opened When the hood is opened When the interior motion sensor is triggered When the tow-away alarm is triggered The ATA system is armed automatically after approximately ten seconds in the following situations: After locking the vehicle with the SmartKey After locking the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO Indicator lamp flashes when the ATA system is armed...

    Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Using the 12 V socket


    Requirements: Only devices up to a maximum of 180 W (15 A) are permissible. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle has the following 12 V sockets: In the storage compartment in the front center console In the front passenger footwell In the storage compartment in the center console of the rear passenger compartment In the cargo compartment Example: 12 V socket in the storage compartment in the front center console Fold up socket cap ...

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    Unlocking the tailgate with the emergency key

    Requirements:

    The rear seat backrest has been folded forward. The cargo compartment cover has been removed.

    Mercedes-Benz GLC. Unlocking the tailgate with the emergency key

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