Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual / Driving and parking / Driving / Notes on off-road driving

Mercedes-Benz GLC : Driving / Notes on off-road driving

WARNING Risk of accident if you do not keep to line of fall on inclines

If you drive at an angle or turn on an incline, the vehicle could slip sideways, tip and rollover.

Always drive on inclines in the line of fall (straight up or down) and do not turn.

WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable materials on hot parts of the exhaust system

Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system.

When driving on unpaved roads or offroad, regularly check the vehicle underside.

Remove trapped plants or other flammable material, in particular.

If there is damage, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

When driving off-road, sand, mud and water or water mixed with oil may get into the brakes. This may lead to a reduction in braking effect or total brake failure as a result of increased wear. The braking characteristics will vary depending on the material that has entered the system.

Clean the brakes after driving off-road. If you then notice reduced braking effect or hear scraping noises, have the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Adapt your driving style to the changed braking characteristics.

NOTE Damage caused by driving over obstacles

The vehicle can be damaged by:

driving up onto high curbs or unpaved roads.
quickly driving over obstacles such as curbs, speed bumps or potholes.
heavy objects hitting the underbody or chassis components.

Do not drive over obstacles that could damage the vehicle.

Check the vehicle regularly for damage during off-road driving.

Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road surface conditions.

If there is damage, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental damage due to non-observance of prohibition signs

Environmental protection has priority. Treat nature with respect.

Be sure to observe prohibition signs.

Notes on driving through water on the road surface

Water which has entered into the vehicle can damage the engine, electrics and transmission. Water can also enter the air intake of the engine and cause engine damage...

Checklist before driving off-road

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual: Function of Cross Traffic Alert

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HANDS-FREE ACCESS function

Mercedes-Benz GLC. HANDS-FREE ACCESS function

With HANDS-FREE ACCESS you can open, close or stop the closing process of the tailgate by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper.

The kicking movement triggers the opening or closing process alternately.

Observe the notes when opening and closing the tailgate.