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.
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...
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:
Adaptive Highbeam Assist function
WARNING Risk of accident despite
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not react to:
Road users without lights, e.g. pedestrians
Road users with poor lighting, e.g.
cyclists
Road users whose lighting is obstructed,
e...
Requirements:
The required tire-change tool kit is available.
If your vehicle is not equipped with the tirechange
tool kit, consult a qualified specialist
workshop to find out about suitable tools.
The vehicle is not on a slope.
The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level
ground...