Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Important safety notes - Brakes - Driving tips - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Important safety notes

WARNING WARNING

On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control.

WARNING WARNING

Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes.

    Brakes
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    Downhill gradients
    On long and steep gradients, you must reduce the load on the brakes by shifting early to a lower gear. This allows you to take advantage of the engine braking effect and helps avoid overheating ...

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    Safety in the garage
    If the vehicle has been driven recently, do not touch exhaust and cooling system components until the engine has cooled. Never leave the engine running in an unventilated area - exhaust gases ...

    Trailer hitches
    Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. If you do, dangerous exhaust gas, water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the ...

    Range
    The remote key has a range of approximately 60 ft. (20 m) from the vehicle. NOTE Buildings or other obstacles may interfere with the function of the remote key. The vehicle can also be locked ...