Mercedes-Benz GLC : Restraint system / Restraint system functionality. Malfunctioning restraint system
Restraint system functionality
When the ignition is switched on, a self-test is
performed, during which the
restraint system warning lamp lights up. It goes out no later
than a few seconds after the vehicle is started.
The components of the restraint system are then
functional.
Malfunctioning restraint system
A malfunction has occurred in the restraint system
if:
- The
restraint system
warning lamp
does not light up when the ignition is
switched on
- The
restraint system
warning lamp
lights up continuously or repeatedly during a
journey
WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions
in the restraint system
Components in the restraint system may be
activated unintentionally or not deploy as
planned in an accident.
Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING Risk of injury or death due to
modifications to the restraint system
Vehicle occupants may no longer be protected
as intended if alterations are made to the
restraint system...
How the restraint system works is determined by
the severity of the impact detected and the type
of accident anticipated:
Frontal impact
Rear impact
Side impact
Rollover
The activation thresholds for the components of
the restraint system are determined based on
the evaluation of the sensor values measured at
various points in the vehicle...
Other information:
The ECO display summarizes your driving characteristics
from the start of the journey to its
completion and assists you in achieving the
most economical driving style.
You can influence consumption by doing the following:
Driving with particular care
Driving the vehicle in drive program
Observing the gearshift recommendations
The inner segment will light up and the outer
segment will fill up when the following driving
style is adopted:
Moderate acceleration
Gentle deceleration and
rolling
Consistent speed
The inner segment will not light up and the outer
segment will empty when the following driving
style is adopted:
Sporty acceleration
Heavy braking
Fluctuations in speed
The ECO display will show you when you have
driven economically:
The three outer segments are completely filled
simultaneously...
NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles
Observe the notes
in the Supplement.
You could otherwise fail to recognize
dangers.
To deactivate ESP®:
press button until
the ESP® OFF warning lamp lights
up in
the instrument cluster. The OFF
message
appears in the multifunction display...