Mercedes-Benz GLC : Maneuvering assistance / Function of Cross Traffic Alert
Cross Traffic Alert is only available for vehicles
with Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind
Spot Assist.
Cross Traffic Alert can warn drivers of any crossing
traffic when backing up and maneuvering out
of a parking space. The radar sensors in the
bumper also monitor the area adjacent to the
vehicle. If a critical situation is detected, the
symbol appears in the media
display and
the vehicle can be braked automatically.
If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles
or other objects, detection is not possible.
Cross Traffic Alert is active under the following
conditions:
- If the vehicle is backing up at walking pace.
- Maneuvering assistance is activated.
Also observe the instructions on Blind Spot
Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist.
The performance of Drive Away Assist is limited
on inclines.
When driving with a trailer, Drive Away Assist is
not available.
Also observe the system limits of Parking
Assist PARKTRONIC...
Other information:
WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehicle
lowering
When lowering the vehicle, people could
become trapped if their limbs are between
the vehicle body and the tires or underneath
the vehicle.
Make sure no one is
underneath the
vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of
the wheel arches when the vehicle is
being lowered...
WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured
items in the vehicle
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured
or not secured sufficiently, they could slip,
tip over or be thrown around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction...