Mercedes-Benz GLC : Notes on off-road driving / 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).
  • Observe the maximum permissible fording depth.
  • Switch off automatic climate control.
  • Ensure that a bow wave does not form as you drive.
  • Do not stop in the water and do not switch off the engine. Ensure the ECO start/stop function is switched off.

    Driving on sand

    When driving on sand, also observe the following instructions: Select the drive program. Select a higher vehicle level. Shift to a lower gear. Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resistance; the vehicle may otherwise dig itself in...

    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...

    Other information:

    Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Status display


    If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct for the current situation. After installing a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat: PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF must be lit continuously...

    Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2025 Owners Manual: ATA (anti-theft alarm system)


    Function of the ATA system If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered in the following situations: When a door is opened When the tailgate is opened When the hood is opened When the interior motion sensor is triggered When the tow-away alarm is triggered The ATA system is armed automatically after approximately ten seconds in the following situations: After locking the vehicle with the SmartKey After locking the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO Indicator lamp flashes when the ATA system is armed...

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    Adjusting the steering wheel electrically

    The steering wheel can be adjusted when the power supply is disconnected.

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    Mercedes-Benz GLC. Adjusting the steering wheel electrically To adjust the distance to the steering wheel

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