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:
Seat belt adjustment function
Vehicles with PRE-SAFE®: After a front seat
belt has been fastened, the automatic seat belt
adjustment may apply a certain tightening force.
Do not hold the seat belt tightly while it is
adjusting.
You can activate and deactivate the seat belt
adjustment function using the multimedia system...
When you engage reverse gear, the image from
the rear view camera is shown in the media display.
Dynamic guide lines show the path the vehicle will take with the current
steering angle.
This helps you to orient yourself and to avoid
obstacles when backing up...