Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
To ensure the longevity and full performance of the engine, only premiumgrade
unleaded gasoline may be used. If there is no premium-grade unleaded gasoline available
and regular-grade unleaded gasoline may be used; please observe the following precautions:
- only fill the fuel tank to half full with regular-grade unleaded gasoline and fill the rest with premium-grade unleaded gasoline as soon as possible.
- do not drive at the maximum speed.
- avoid sudden acceleration.
- if the vehicle is carrying a light load, e.g. two passengers without luggage, do not allow the engine to rev above 3,000 rpm.
- if the vehicle is fully loaded or is being operated in mountainous terrain, do not depress the accelerator pedal further than Ô of the pedal travel.
Important safety notes
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause
serious personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engi ...
Fuel requirements
Use only premium-grade unleaded gasoline. The octane number
should be at least 91. Details can be found on the gas pump. The octane number is
the average value of the Research Octane Number (RON) ...
See also:
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
- Never inhale engine exhaust gas.
Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless
and odorless gas which is dangerous,
or even lethal, if inhaled.
- Always properly maintain the ...
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
The dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag
inflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more
common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energ ...
Accessories and Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect
vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability,
ride and handling, emissions s ...
