2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC Owners Manual

R
if there is a sudden change in temperature,
e.g. when driving into a heated garage in win-
ter R
if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed
Observe the notes on cleaning
( Y
page 316) R
if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this
case, have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
The field of vision and other functions of the rear
view camera may be restricted due to additional
accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
license plate holder, rear bicycle rack).
The rear view camera is protected from rain-
drops and dust by means of a flap. When the rear
view camera is activated, this flap opens.
The flap closes again when: R
you have finished the maneuvering process R
you switch off the engine R
you open the cargo compartment
Observe the notes on cleaning ( Y
page 316).
For technical reasons, the flap may remain open
briefly after the rear view camera has been
deactivated.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera
X
To activate: make sure that the Activa‐
tion by R gear function is selected in the
multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's
Manual). X
Engage reverse gear.
The rear view camera flap opens. The multi-
media system shows the area behind the vehi-
cle with guide lines.
The image from the rear view camera is avail-
able throughout the maneuvering process. X
To switch the function mode for vehicles
with trailer tow hitch: using the controller,
select symbol C for the "Reverse parking"
function or symbol D for "Coupling up a
trailer".
The symbol of the selected function is high-
lighted. X
To deactivate: shift the transmission to posi-
tion ] .
or X
Drive forwards at a speed greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h).
Multimedia display The rear view camera may show a distorted view
of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
The rear view camera does not show objects in
the following positions: R
very close to the rear bumper R
under the rear bumper R
in the area immediately above the tailgate
handle
! Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.: R
the bumper of a parked vehicle R
the drawbar of a trailer R
the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch R
the rear section of an HGV R
a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bottom-
most guideline.Driving systems 183
Driving and parking Z

C
Yellow guide line at a distance of approx-
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the
vehicleD
White guide lines without steering input,
vehicle width including the exterior mirrors
(static)

X
Make sure that the rear view camera is
switched on ( Y
page 183).
The lane and the guide lines appear. X
With the help of white guide line C , check
whether the vehicle will fit into the parking
space. X
Using white guide line C as a guide, carefully
back up until you reach the end position.
Red guide line

"Coupling up a trailer" function
C
Vehicle center point on the yellow guide line
at a distance of approximately 3 ft (1.0 m)
from the rear of the vehicleD
Trailer drawbar
This function is only available on vehicles with a
trailer tow hitch. X
Before coupling up a trailer, set the height of
trailer drawbar D so that it is slightly higher
than the ball coupling. X
Position the vehicle centrally in front of trailer
drawbar D .

360° camera
General notes The 360° camera is a system consisting of four
cameras.
The system processes images from the follow-
ing cameras: R
Rear view camera R
Front camera R
Two side cameras in the exterior mirrors
The cameras cover the immediate surroundings
of the vehicle. The system supports you, for
example when parking or if vision is restricted at
an exit.
You can show images from the 360° camera in
full-screen mode or in seven different split-
screen views on the multimedia system. A split-
screen view also includes a top view of the vehi-
cle. This view is calculated from the data sup-
plied by the installed cameras (virtual camera).
The seven split-screen views are: R
Top view and picture from the rear view cam-
era (130° viewing angle) R
Top view and image from the front camera
(130° viewing angle without displaying the
maximum steering wheel angle) R
Top view and enlarged rear view R
Top view and enlarged front view R
Top view and trailer view (vehicles with trailer
tow hitch) R
Top view and images from the rear-facing side
cameras (rear wheel view) R
Top view and images from the forward-facing
side cameras (front wheel view)
When the function is active and you shift the
transmission from [ or ^ to \\ , the guide
lines are hidden in the multimedia system.
When you change between transmission posi-
tions [ and ^ , you see the previously selec-
ted front or rear view.
Distances measured by PARKTRONIC will also
be optically displayed: R
in split screen view as red or yellow brackets
around the vehicle icon in the top view, or R
at the bottom right as red or yellow brackets
around the vehicle symbol in full-screen mode
The line thickness and color of the brackets
show how far the vehicle is from an object. R
yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC
is active R
yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is
present in close range of the vehicle R
red line: an object is present in the immediate
close range of the vehicle
Important safety notes The 360°camera is only an aid and may show a
distorted view of obstacles, show them incor-
rectly or not at all. The 360°camera is not a
substitute for attentive driving.
You are always responsible for safe maneuver-
ing and parking. Make sure that there are no
persons, animals or objects in the maneuvering
area while maneuvering and parking in parking
spaces.
You are always responsible for safety, and must
always pay attention to your surroundings when
parking and maneuvering. This applies to the
areas behind, in front of and beside the vehicle.
You could otherwise endanger yourself and oth-
ers.
The 360° camera will not function or will func-
tion in a limited manner: R
if the doors are open R
if the exterior mirrors are folded in R
if the tailgate is open R
in heavy rain, snow or fog R
at night or in very dark places R
if the cameras are exposed to very bright light R
if the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LED
lighting (the display may flicker) R
if the camera lenses fog up, e.g. when driving
into a heated garage in winter, causing a rapid
change in temperature R
if the camera lenses are dirty or covered R
if the vehicle components in which the cam-
eras are installed are damaged. In this case,
have the camera position and setting checked
at a qualified specialist workshop
Do not use the 360° camera in this case. You
can otherwise injure others or cause damage to
objects or the vehicle.
The guide lines in the multimedia system display
show the distances to your vehicle. The distan-
ces only apply to road level.
In trailer mode, the guide lines are shown at the
level of the trailer tow hitch.Driving systems 187
Driving and parking Z

The camera in the rear area is protected by
means of a flap. This flap opens when the 360°
camera is activated. Observe the notes on
cleaning ( Y
page 316). For technical reasons,
the flap may remain open briefly after the 360°
camera has been deactivated.
The field of vision and other functions of the
camera system may be restricted due to addi-
tional attachments (e.g. license plate holder,
rear bicycle carrier).
On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis,
depending on technical conditions, leaving the
standard height can result in: R
inaccuracies in the guide lines R
inaccuracies in the display of generated
images (top view)
Activation conditions The image from the 360° camera appears if: R
the multimedia system is switched on R
the 360° Camera function is switched on
If you are driving faster than at a moderate
speed and you turn on the 360° camera, a warn-
ing message appears.
The warning message disappears if: R
you are again driving at a moderate speed The
360° camera is then activated R
the message is confirmed with the 8 but-
ton
Switching the 360° camera on and off
using the button
X
To switch on: press button C .
The following appears depending on whether
gear [ or ^ is selected: R
a split screen with top view and the image
from the front camera or R
a split screen with top view and the image
from the rear view camera X
To switch off: press button C .
Activating the 360° camera using
reverse gear The 360° camera images can be automatically
displayed by engaging reverse gear. X
Make sure that the Activation by R gear
function is selected in the multimedia system
(see the Digital Operator's Manual). X
To show the 360° camera image: engage
reverse gear.
The multimedia system shows the area
behind the vehicle in split-screen mode. You
see the top view of the vehicle and the image
from the rear view camera.
You cannot stop the 360° camera display if
reverse gear is engaged.
Selecting the split-screen view or full
screen mode Switching between split screen views: X
To switch to the line with the vehicle icons:
slide 5 the controller. X
To select a vehicle icon: turn the controller.
Switching to full screen mode: X
Turn and press 180° View with the controller.
The full screen option is only available in the fol-
lowing views: R
Top view with picture from the rear view cam-
era R
Top view with picture from the front camera
Multimedia display
Important safety notes
The camera system may show a distorted view
of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
Obstacles are not shown by the system in the
following locations: R
under the front and rear bumpers R
very close to the front and rear bumpers R
in the area immediately above the tailgate
handle188
Driving systems
Driving and parking

R
very close to the exterior mirrors R
in the transitional areas between the various
cameras in the virtual top view
! Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.: R
the bumper of a parked vehicle R
the drawbar of a trailer R
the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch R
the rear section of an HGV R
a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bottom-
most guideline.
Top view with picture from the rear view
camera
C
Yellow guide line at a distance of approx-
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the
vehicleD
Symbol for the split screen setting with top
view and rear view camera image