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:
Notes on coolant
Observe the notes on operating fluids.
WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
antifreeze
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot
component parts in the engine compartment,
it may ignite.
Allow the engine to cool
down before
adding antifreeze...
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