Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual / Driving and parking / Driving / Notes on off-road driving / Driving in mountainous terrain

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.

Fording

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)...

Checklist after driving off-road

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...

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Switching air-recirculation mode on/off

Press the button. The interior air will be recirculated. Air-recirculation mode automatically switches to fresh air mode after some time. If air-recirculation mode is switched on, the windows may fog up more quickly. Switch on air-recirculation mode only briefly...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Opening and closing the hood

WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the hood unlocked The hood may open and block your view. Never release the hood when driving. Before every trip, ensure that the hood is locked. WARNING Risk of accident and injury when opening and closing the hood The hood may suddenly drop into the end position...

Activating/deactivating the automatic locking feature

The vehicle is locked automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning faster than walking pace.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Activating/deactivating the automatic locking feature