Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe 2023 Operator's Manual page 162

160 Driving and parking
In particular, remove trapped plant parts
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or other flammable material.
If there is damage, consult a qualified
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specialist workshop immediately.
When driving off-road, sand, mud and water etc.,
also mixed with oil, may get into the brakes. This
may lead to a reduction in braking effect or even a
total brake failure as a result of increased wear.
The braking characteristics will vary depending on
the material that has entered the system. Clean
the brakes after driving off-road. If you then notice
reduced braking effect or hear scraping noises,
have the brake system checked at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. Adapt your driving style to the
changed braking characteristics.
* NOTE Damage caused by driving over
obstacles
The vehicle can be damaged by:
Driving onto high curbs or unpaved roads.
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Quickly driving over obstacles such as
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curbs, speed bumps or potholes.
Heavy objects hitting the underbody or
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chassis components.
Do not drive over obstacles that could
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damage the vehicle.
Check the vehicle regularly for damage
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during off-road driving.
Adjust the vehicle speed to suit the road
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surface conditions.
If there is damage, consult a qualified
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specialist workshop immediately.
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ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to non-observance of prohibi-
tion signs
Environmental protection has priority. Treat
nature with respect.
Be sure to observe prohibition signs.
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The vehicle is designed for easily negotiable
and moderate off-road terrain. When driving
off-road, make sure there is sufficient ground
clearance.
Checklist before driving off-road
Check the following points before driving off-road:
Fuel level
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Engine oil level: fill engine oil to the maximum
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level to ensure full gradeability (
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Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel
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Tires and wheels
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tires for retrofitting can be obtained from a
qualified specialist workshop.
The off-road menu in the multimedia system can
support you when driving off-road. Familiarize
yourself with its displays and equipment-depend-
ent setting options before driving off-road
( page 283).
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Off-road driving
Read this section before driving your vehicle off-
road. Practice by driving over gentler off-road ter-
rain first.
Observe the notes on the off-road ABS
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( page 189).
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