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:
Switching off high beam
Move the combination switch back
to its
starting position.
High-beam flasher
Pull the combination switch in
the direction
of arrow .
Turn signal light
To indicate briefly: push
the combination
switch briefly to the point of resistance in the
direction of arrow or
...
WARNING Risk of accident from overloaded
tires
Overloaded tires may overheat and burst as a
consequence. Overloaded tires can also
impair the steering and handling characteristics
and lead to brake failure.
Observe the load rating
of the tires.
The load rating must be
at least half the
permissible axle load of the vehicle...