Mercedes-Benz GLC : Notes on off-road driving / Driving in mountainous terrain
Also observe the following information when
driving in mountainous terrain:
- Observe the values of the approach/departure
angle and of the maximum gradient.
- Avoid high engine speeds.
- Use the braking power of the engine when
driving downhill.
- Shift to a lower gear on uphill gradients and
on long, steep downhill gradients.
- Activate DSR before driving downhill, if necessary.
Also observe the following information when
fording:
Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL: select
the highest possible vehicle level
Drive no faster than 6 mph (10 km/h)...
Driving off-road places greater demands on your
vehicle than driving on normal roads. Check the
entire vehicle for damage and foreign bodies
every time after driving off-road...
Other information:
WARNING Risk of accident due to insufficient
or excessive tire pressure
Tires with either too low or too high a pressure
present the following hazards:
the tires could burst
the tires could wear excessively and/or unevenly
the driving characteristics as well as steering and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired
Observe the recommended
tire pressures
and check the tire pressure of all
tires including the spare wheel:
monthly
if altering the load on the vehicle
prior to long journeys
if the operating conditions change, for
example when driving off-road
Adjust the tire pressure
where necessary...
WARNING Risk of being crushed and
becoming trapped when uncoupling a
trailer
When uncoupling a trailer with an engaged
inertia-activated brake, your hand may
become trapped between the vehicle and the
trailer drawbar.
Do not uncouple trailers
with an
engaged overrun brake...