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:
Requirements:
The electric parking brake is released.
ESP® is activated and is not intervening.
The transmission is in position
.
The driver's door is closed.
Check of the radar sensor system has been
successfully completed.
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not being
used to park the vehicle or to exit from a
parking space...
When installing a belt-secured child restraint
system on the front passenger seat, always
observe the following:
Observe the notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing child restraint systems on the front passenger seat.
Observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions...