2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC tow

Notes on 4MATIC vehicles
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with either the front or the rear axle raised, as
doing so will damage the transmission.
Vehicles with 4MATIC may either be towed away
with both axles on the ground or be loaded up
and transported.
If the vehicle's transmission, front, or rear axle is
damaged, have the vehicle transported on a
truck or trailer.
In the event of damage to the electrical sys-
tem: if the battery is defective, the automatic
transmission will be locked in position P . To shift
the automatic transmission to position N , you
must provide power to the vehicle's electrical
system in the same way as when jump-starting
( Y
page 328).
Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or
trailer.
Tow-starting (emergency engine
starting)
! Vehicles with automatic transmission must
not be tow-started. You could otherwise dam-
age the automatic transmission.
i You can find information on "Jump-starting"
under ( Y
page 328).
Fuses
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If you manipulate or bridge a faulty fuse or if
you replace it with a fuse with a higher amper-
age, the electric cables could be overloaded.
This could result in a fire. There is a risk of an
accident and injury.
Always replace faulty fuses with the specified
new fuses having the correct amperage.
Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the
same rating, which you can recognize by the
color and value. The fuse ratings are listed in the
fuse allocation chart.
The fuse allocation chart is on the fuse box in the
cargo compartment ( Y
page 334). If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified special-
ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
! Only use fuses that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the
correct fuse rating for the system concerned.
Otherwise, components or systems could be
damaged.
! Make sure that no moisture can enter the
fuse box when the cover is open.
! When closing the cover, make sure that it is
lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture seep-
ing i n or dirt could otherwise impair the oper-
a
tion of the fuses.
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the compo-
nents on the circuit and their functions stop
operating.
Before changing a fuse Observe the important safety notes
( Y
page 333) X
Switch off the engine. X
Switch off all electrical consumers. X
Make sure that the ignition is switched off
( Y
page 133).
or X
When using the SmartKey, turn the SmartKey
to position

Dashboar d fuse boxThe fus e box is under a cover on th e sid e of th e
dashboard. You can obtain further information
from an authorized Mercedes-Ben z Center.
Fus e box in th e front-passenger foot -
well X
Ope n th e front-passenger door.X
To open: fold cover C out toward s th e rea r
and remov e it .X
To close : clip in cover C at th e rear.X
Fold cover C forwards until it engages.
Fus e box in th e engin e compartment
G WARNING
Whe n th e hoo d is ope n and th e windshield
wipers are set in motion , you can be injured by
th e wipe r linkage. There is a ris k of injury.
Always switch of f th e windshield wipers and
th e ignition befor e opening th e hood. X
Ope n th e hoo d ( Y
page 306).X
To open: turn fasteners D on cover C coun-
ter-clockwise as far as they will go. X
Remov e fus e box cover C up.
X
Use a dry clot h to remov e any moisture from
th e fus e box . X
Loosen screw s

same time cannot be detected by the tire pres-
sure loss warning system.
The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you
of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the tire is
penetrated by a foreign object. In the event of a
sudden loss of pressure, bring the vehicle to a
halt by braking carefully. Avoid abrupt steering
movements.
The function of the tire pressure loss warning
system is limited or delayed if: R
snow chains are mounted on your vehicle's
tires. R
road conditions are wintry. R
you are driving on sand or gravel. R
you adopt a very sporty driving style (corner-
ing at high speeds or driving with high rates of
acceleration). R
you are towing a very heavy or large trailer. R
you are driving with a heavy load (in the vehi-
cle or on the roof).
Restarting the tire pressure loss warn-
ing system Restart the tire pressure loss warning system if
you have: R
changed the tire pressure R
changed the wheels or tires R
mounted new wheels or tires X
Before restarting, make sure that the tire
pressures are set properly on all four tires for
the respective operating conditions.
The recommended tire pressure can be found
on the Tire and Loading Information placard
on the B-pillar. Additionally, a tire pressure
table is attached to the fuel filler flap. The tire
pressure loss warning system can only give
reliable warnings if you have set the correct
tire pressure. If an incorrect tire pressure is
set, these incorrect values will be monitored. X
Also observe the notes in the section on tire
pressures ( Y
page 339).X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position H
in the ignition lock ( Y
page 132).X
Press

Mercedes-AMG
GLC 43 4MATIC
Wheelbase
113.1 in (2873 mm)
Turning circle
39.7 ft (12.10 m)
Maximum roof load
165 lb (75 kg)
Maximum trunk
load
All other models
Vehicle length
183.3 in (4656 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors 82.5 in (2096 mm)
Vehicle height
65.5 in (1664 mm)
Wheelbase
113.1 in (2873 mm)
Turning circle
38.7 ft (11.80 m)
Maximum roof load
165 lb (75 kg)
Maximum trunk
load 220 lb (100 kg)
Trailer tow hitch
Trailer loads
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a
minimum gradient-climbing capability
of 12% from a standstill) Model
All models
3501 lb (1588 kg)
Maximum drawbar noseweight
! Use a drawbar noseweight as close as pos-
sible to the maximum permissible nose-
weight. Do not use a noseweight of less than
50 kg, otherwise the trailer may come loose.
Note that the payload and the rear axle load
are reduced by the actual payload.
Towing a trailer is not possible with all models.
Further information ( Y
page 203).
The drawbar load reduces the permissible over-
all load and rear axle load. The drawbar load acts from above onto the ball
head on the trailer tow hitch.
The trailer drawbar noseweight is not included in
the towing weight.
Model Permissible nose-
weight
All models
280 lbs (127 kg)
The actual noseweight may not be higher than
the value which is given. The value can be found
on the trailer tow hitch or trailer identification
plates. The lowest weight applies.
The maximum permissible trailer drawbar nose-
weight is the maximum weight with which the
trailer drawbar can be loaded. The permissible
trailer drawbar noseweight is the limit for
Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings.
Gross rear axle weight rating when
towing a trailer Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Model Gross axle weight
rating
GLC 300 d 4MATIC
Mercedes-AMG
GLC 43 4MATIC 2822 lbs (1280 kg)
All other models
2755 lbs (1250 kg)
Ball position of the ball coupling Trailer tow hitch 371
Technical data Z