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 if the rear
bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
may fold forwards, even when you are
driving.
As a result, the vehicle occupant will be
pushed into the seat belt with increased
force...
Wipes with washer fluid
Switches on intermittent wiping
Switches off intermittent wiping
Wipes with washer fluid
Turn
switch
to the correct position
-
.
The symbol will appear on
the instrument
cluster when the rear window wiper is
switched on...