Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual / Maintenance and care / Cleaning and care / Washing the vehicle by hand

Mercedes-Benz GLC : Cleaning and care / Washing the vehicle by hand

NOTE Engine damage due to water ingress

Take care not to point the water jet directly towards the air inlet grille below the hood.

Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number of countries, washing by hand is only permitted in specially designated wash bays.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Washing the vehicle by hand Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Washing the vehicle by hand Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water using a soft car sponge. When doing so, do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight.

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Washing the vehicle by hand Carefully hose the vehicle off with water and dry using a chamois.

Observe the notes on the care of vehicle parts.

Notes on using a power washer

WARNING Risk of an accident when using power washers with round-spray nozzles The water jet can cause externally invisible damage. Components damaged in this way may unexpectedly fail...

Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork care

Observe the notes on cleaning and care to avoid damaging the paintwork. Paint Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the treated areas afterwards...

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Standby mode (extension of the starter battery's period out of use)

Standby mode function This function is not available for all models. If standby mode is activated, energy loss will be minimized during extended periods of non-operation. Standby mode is characterized by the following: The starter battery is preserved...

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Resolving problems with the side windows

WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or fatally injured if reversing protection is not activated If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked, the side window will close with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active and body parts may become trapped...

Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside

Mercedes-Benz GLC. Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside To unlock and open a front door: pull door handle .