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 following camera views are available in the
multimedia system:
Normal view
Yellow guide line, vehicle
width (driven surface)
depending on the current steering
angle (dynamic)
Yellow guide line at a distance
of approximately
3.3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear area
Yellow lanes marking the course
the tires
will take with the current steering angle
(dynamic)
Bumper
Red guide line at a distance of
approximately
1...
The following table shows examples of how to
calculate total and load capacities with varying
seating configurations and different numbers
and sizes of occupants. The following examples
use a maximum load of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This
is for illustration purposes only...