Mercedes-Benz GLC : Notes on off-road driving / Driving on sand
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.
- Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if possible.
Make sure that the following prerequisites
are met:
- The tire ruts are not too deep
- The sand is firm enough
- The ground clearance is sufficient
Read this section before driving your vehicle offroad.
Practice by driving over more gentle offroad
terrain first.
Observe the notes on the cross-country ABS...
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)...
Other information:
WARNING Risk of accident because
vehicle level is too high
Driving characteristics may be impaired.
The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,
when steering or cornering.
Choose a vehicle level
which is suited
to the driving style and the road surface
conditions...
Displaying vehicle data
Multimedia system:
Info
Select Vehicle.
The vehicle data is displayed.
Displaying engine data
Multimedia system:
Info
Select Engine.
The engine data is displayed.
The actual (maximum) values that can be
achieved for engine output and engine torque
may deviate from the certified values
within the country-specific guidelines for
permissible tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No...