Mercedes-Benz GLC : Occupant safety / Seat belts

Function of the restraint system in an accident

How the restraint system works is determined by the severity of the impact detected and the type of accident anticipated: Frontal impact Rear impact Side impact Rollover The activation thresholds for the components of the restraint system are determined based on the evaluation of the sensor values measured at various points in the vehicle...

Protection provided by the seat belt

Always fasten your seat belt correctly before starting a journey. A seat belt can only provide the best level of protection if it is worn correctly. WARNING Risk of injury or death due to incorrectly fastened seat belt If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function...

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Notes on technical data

NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles Observe the notes in the Supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers. NOTE Plug-in hybrid Observe the notes in the Supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers. The data stated only applies to vehicles with standard equipment...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Closing the tailgate

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...