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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 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Definition of terms for tires and loading

Tire structure and characteristics: describes the number of layers or the number of rubbercoated belts in the tire contact surface and the tire wall. These are made of steel, nylon, polyester and other materials. Bar: metric unit for tire pressure...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Operating the on-board computer

Observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating the on-board computer. The on-board computer is operated using the left-hand Touch Control and the left-hand back/ home button. When the on-board computer is being operated, different acoustic signals will sound as operating feedback, e...

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