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Mercedes-Benz GLC : Notes on driving / Notes on driving on salt-treated roads

The braking effect is limited on salt-treated roads.

Therefore, observe the following notes:

Due to salt build-up on the brake discs and brakepads, the braking distance can increase considerably or result in braking only on one side
Maintain a much greater safe distance to the vehicle in front

To remove salt build-up:

Brake occasionally while paying attention to the traffic conditions
Carefully depress the brake pedal at the end of the journey and when starting the next journey

Notes on driving

WARNING Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a depressed pedal...

Hydroplaning can take place once a certain amount of water has accumulated on the road surface. Observe the following notes during heavy precipitation or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur: Reduce speed Avoid tire ruts Avoid sudden steering movements Brake carefully Also observe the notes on regularly checking wheels and tires...

Other information:

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Vehicle towing instructions

The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar systems that are used for flat towing or dinghy towing, for example. Attaching and using tow bar systems can lead to damage on the vehicle. When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar systems, safe driving characteristics cannot be guaranteed for the towing vehicle or the towed vehicle...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Mercedes me calls

Making a call via the overhead control panel me button for service or information calls SOS button cover SOS button (emergency call system) Making a Mercedes me call Press me button . Making an emergency call To open the cover of SOS button , press it briefly...

Unlocking the tailgate with the emergency key

Requirements:

The rear seat backrest has been folded forward. The cargo compartment cover has been removed.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Unlocking the tailgate with the emergency key