Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Working on the vehicle - Driving tips - Automatic transmission - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Working on the vehicle

WARNING WARNING

When working on the vehicle, engage the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P. Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

    Kickdown
    Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. Vehicles for USA: fully depress the accelerator pedal. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Vehicles for Canada: depre ...

    Trailer towing
    When towing a trailer and driving downhill, shift to the lower gear if the automatic transmission constantly shifts between two gears. Engaging a lower gear and reducing the speed reduces the ...

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    Safe driving techniques
    Driving safety and protection against injury cannot be fully ensured. However, we recommend that you pay extra attention to the following: Seat belts Before starting the vehicle, make sure that yo ...

    Manual transaxle
    Manual transaxle operation The manual transaxle has five forward gears. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, then release it slowly. A special safety feature prevents inadvertent sh ...

    Intelligent Key system (if so equipped)
    - Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influences before u ...