Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Driving on flooded roads
Do not drive through flooded areas. Check the depth of any water before driving
through it. Drive slowly through standing water. Otherwise, water may enter the
vehicle interior or the engine compartment. This can damage the electronic components
in the engine or the automatic transmission. Water can also be drawn in by the engine's
air suction nozzles and this can cause engine damage.
Do not allow water to enter the passenger compartment or the engine compartment. If you have to drive through a stretch of standing water, please be aware the following:
- the depth of the water must not exceed 12 inches (30 cm) for calm water
- you should drive no faster than at walking pace.
Hydroplaning
If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger
of hydroplaning occurring, even if:
you drive at low speeds.
the tires have adequate tread depth.
For this ...
Winter driving
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Catalytic converter
Turbo models
Non-turbo models
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exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to
reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust
gases, thus providing cleaner exha ...
How BLIS functions in daylight and darkness
Daylight
BLIS reacts to the shape of surrounding vehicles.
The system is designed to help detect
motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses,
motorcycles, etc.
Darkness
BLIS reacts to the headl ...
Engine starting: manual transmission
Note: Do not press the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
1. A valid Smart Key must be inside the
vehicle.
2. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
3. Press and release the start button. For
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