2010 Mercedes GLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 248

246 Driving instructions extended period with the ESP® switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Rthe maximum depth of the water may not exceed 12 in (30 cm) must drive slowly Ryou Operation ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. In heavy rain or when conditions indicate possible hydroplaning: X Reduce vehicle speed. X Avoid track grooves in the road. X Apply brakes cautiously. Trailer towing G Warning! Failure to use proper equipment and driving technique can result in a loss of vehicle control when towing a trailer. Improper towing or failure to follow the instructions in this manual can result in vehicle damage and/or serious personal injury. Follow the guidelines below carefully to assure safe trailer operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center should you require an explanation of information contained in this manual. Trailer hitch ROnly install a trailer hitch receiver approved Standing water ! Do not drive through flooded areas. Before driving through water, determine its depth. If you must drive through standing water, drive slowly to prevent water from entering the passenger compartment or the engine compartment. Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission, or could result in water being ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage. Any such damage is not covered by the MercedesBenz Limited Warranty. Prevent water from entering the passenger compartment or the engine compartment. If you must drive through standing water, keep in mind that for your vehicle. For information on availability and installation, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RThe bumpers on your vehicle are not designed for use with clamp-type hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. reduce the possibility of damage, remove the hitch ball adapter from the receiver when not in use. RTo Electrical connections The vehicle is prewired to accept the sevenwire harness included in the Mercedes-Benz approved trailer hitch receiver kit. i A four-pole conversion plug is available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as a spare part. For further information, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.