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:
Left/right rear seat
Preferred securing system:
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchor
Also secure Top Tether if
present.
Alternative securing system:
Vehicle seat belt
Front passenger seat
Securing system:
Vehicle seat belt
Be sure to observe:
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...
The parking position makes parking easier.
The front-passenger outside mirror will swivel
downwards in the direction of the rear wheel on
the front passenger's side when:
The parking position is stored.
The front-passenger mirror is selected.
Reverse gear is engaged...