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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 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Maintenance display

Remove protective film from the mainte‐ nance display on the tip of the newly instal‐ led wiper blades. When the color of the maintenance display changes from black to yellow, the wiper blades should be replaced. The duration until the color changes varies depending on the usage conditions...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Status display

If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct for the current situation. After installing a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat: PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF must be lit continuously...

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