Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Driving tips
- Maintain a greater distance from the vehicle in front than when driving without a trailer.
- Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gently at first to allow the trailer to run on. Then, increase the braking force rapidly.
- The values given for gradient-climbing capabilities from a standstill refer to sea level. When driving in mountainous areas, note that the power output of the engine, and consequently the vehicle's gradientclimbing capability, decrease with increasing altitude.
If the trailer swings from side to side:
- Do not accelerate.
- Do not counter-steer.
- Brake if necessary.
Driving tips
Observe the notes on ESPВ® trailer stabilization ().
The maximum permissible speed for vehicle/ trailer combinations depends on the
type of trailer. Before beginning the journey, check the trail ...
Installing the ball coupling
WARNING
If the vehicle/trailer combination is not secured, the trailer may come loose.
As a result, you could cause an accident.
Observe the ball coupling manufacturer's installation inst ...
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Power steering system
When the engine is stopped, the power steering system will not function and it
will require greater manual effort to operate the steering wheel. Keep this in mind
in particular when towing the veh ...
Outside rearview mirror
Manual Type
The outside rearview mirrors are equipped with
a remote control for your convenience. It is
operated by the control lever in the bottom front
corner of the window.
Before drivi ...
Parking brake
If you drive on wet roads or dirt-covered surfaces, road salt and/or dirt could
get into the parking brake.
In order to prevent corrosion and a reduction in the braking power of the parking
brake ...
