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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    Overhead courtesy lighting
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    Problems with the SmartKey
    Problem You cannot lock or unlock the vehicle using the SmartKey. Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. Try again to lock/unlock th ...