Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Washing by hand
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as soon as possible when driving in winter.
Also, clean the insides of the wheels when washing the underbody of the vehicle.
- Do not use hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.
- Use a soft car sponge for cleaning.
- Use a gentle cleaning agent, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz approved car shampoo.
- Wash down the vehicle with a gentle water jet.
- Do not point the water jet directly at the air inlets.
- Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge frequently.
- Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a chamois.
- Do not allow the cleaning agent to dry on the paintwork.
Automatic car wash
WARNING Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle. This could cause an accident. For this reason, you must drive particularly carefully after washing the vehicle until the brak ...Power washers
WARNING Do not use power washers with circular-jet nozzles (dirt grinders) to clean your vehicle, in particular the tires. You could otherwise damage the tires and cause an accident. Alw ...See also:
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW)
The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label. The GVW equals the combined weight of
the unloade ...
Ignition switch light
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates
when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless en ...
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the battery
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should
be checked ...