Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Introduction
When the automatic transmission is in position D, it is possible to restrict or derestrict the shift range (). The shift range selected is shown in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts only as far as the selected gear.
Shift range
You can use the engine's
braking effect.
To use the braking effect
of the engine on downhill gradients and for driving:
- on steep mountain roads
- in mountainous terrain
- in arduous conditions
To use the braking effect
of the engine on extremely steep downhill gradients and on long downhill stretches
Shift ranges
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Restricting the shift range
X Press the selector lever to the left towards D–.
The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range
to the relevant gear.
If the engine exceeds the maximum engine ...
See also:
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U.S. government course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would ...
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the
vehicle can and cannot do.
WARNING
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the
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Air filtration system
Replace the filter element according to the
replacement schedule as follows. This
schedule should be followed to maintain
the filter’s dust collection ability. Under
extremely dusty conditio ...
