Mercedes-Benz GLC : Breakdown assistance / Tow starting or towing away

Replacing the 12 V battery

Observe the notes on the 12 V battery. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...

Permitted towing methods

Plug-in hybrid: be sure to observe the notes in the Supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers. NOTE Damage from automatic braking If one of the following functions is switched on, the vehicle brakes automatically in certain situations: Active Brake Assist Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC HOLD function Active Parking Assist To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate these systems in the following or similar situations: During towing In a car wash Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than towing it away...

Other information:

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual: Notes on starting assistance and charging the 12 V battery

Vehicles with a lithium-ion battery When charging the battery and during starting assistance, always use the jump-start connection point in the engine compartment. NOTE Damage to the battery from overvoltage When charging using a battery charger without a maximum charging voltage, the battery or the on-board electronics may be damaged...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2024 Owners Manual: Folding the rear seat backrest forwards

WARNING Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards, even when you are driving. As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pushed into the seat belt with increased force...