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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...

Other information:

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual: Inflating the emergency spare wheel

NOTE Overheating due to the tire inflation compressor running too long Do not run the tire inflation compressor for longer than ten minutes without interruption. Requirements: Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes on the sticker of the emergency spare wheel and on the tire inflation compressor...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual: Cornering light

Cornering light function The cornering light improves the illumination of the road over a wide angle in the turning direction, enabling better visibility on tight curves, for example. It can be activated only when the low beam is switched on. The function is active in the following cases: At speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) when the turn signal light is switched on or the steering wheel is turned At speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 43 mph (70 km/h) and when the steering wheel is turned Roundabout and intersection function: the cornering light will be activated on both sides based on an evaluation of the vehicle's current GPS 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