Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: 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 and excessive wear of the brakes.
When you take advantage of the engine braking effect, a drive wheel may not turn for some time, e.g. on a slippery road surface. This could cause damage to the drive train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty.
Important safety notes
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 preve ...Heavy and light loads
WARNING Depressing the brake pedal constantly results in excessive and premature wear to the brake pads. It may also cause the brakes to overheat, seriously impairing their effectiveness. I ...See also:
Checking the battery
WARNING:
Batteries can be dangerous! When working
with batteries, carefully observe the following
precautions to avoid serious injuries.
The fluid in the battery contains a strong solution
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Limited Warranty
Follow the instructions in this manual about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions again ...
Tire pressure monitor system (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended
cold placard pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about ...