Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Important safety notes - Brakes - Driving tips - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Important safety notes

WARNING 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 prevent this type of loss of control.

WARNING WARNING

Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes.

    Brakes
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    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 ...

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    Airflow control dial
    Airflow control dial Each dial position activates the following air outlets. AUTO: The airflow control is adjusted automatically in accordance with the air temperature inside and outside the ...

    Carrying Cargo
    Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Lower glove box Upper glove box Console compartment Door pockets Seat-back pockets Seat-under tray (if equipped) Center pocket Cargo area ...

    Anti-entrapment function (type A)
    - Never attempt to test this function using fingers, hands or other parts of your body. - The anti-entrapment function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before t ...