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A Guide to Activate and Use the Heated Seats and Steering Wheel in Your New Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV

Ultimate Comfort: How to Use the Heated Seats and Steering Wheel in the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV  

Luxury meets innovation in the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, where every feature is designed to elevate your driving experience. Its standout comfort features are the heated seats and steering wheel, ensuring you stay warm and cozy during chilly drives. These enhancements add a layer of sophistication, providing the ultimate comfort at your fingertips. Discover how to activate and use these features to transform your daily commute in this blog by the Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead team in Peoria, AZ.   

What are Heated Seats and Steering Wheel Features in the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV?  

Heated seats and a heated steering wheel are essential comfort upgrades, especially for those who frequently drive in colder climates. In the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, these features ensure you stay warm, no matter the weather.  

  • Heated Seats: These seats use built-in heating elements to provide a soothing warmth that quickly combats the chill. Drivers and passengers can adjust the heat levels for a personalized experience.  
  • Heated Steering Wheel: This feature gently warms the steering wheel’s surface, making it comfortable to hold during winter mornings.  

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV exterior front view

Advantages of Heated Seats and Steering Wheel in the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV  

  1. Enhanced Comfort: Warmth is instantly accessible, making long drives in cold weather far more enjoyable.  
  2. Quick Warm-Up: These features heat up faster than traditional vehicle heating systems, ensuring immediate relief.  
  3. Customizable Settings: With adjustable heat levels, you can tailor the warmth to your preference.  
  4. Year-Round Usability: While ideal for winter, the settings can be adjusted to low warmth, offering comfort on brisk fall or spring mornings.  
  5. Luxury Appeal: These features highlight the premium experience expected from a Mercedes-Benz vehicle.  

How to Activate and Use Heated Seats and Steering Wheel in the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV  

Activating the heated seats and steering wheel in your Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV is straightforward. Follow these steps to unlock ultimate comfort during your drives.  

Activating Heated Seats  

  1. Locate the Seat Heating Button: Positioned conveniently on the door panel or center console, the button is marked with a seat icon and wavy lines.  
  2. Adjust Heat Levels: Press the button once to activate the lowest heat setting. Additional presses will increase the warmth, typically cycling through three levels.  
  3. Monitor the Indicator Light: Each press will illuminate indicator lights, signaling the selected heat level.  

Using the Heated Steering Wheel  

  1. Find the Steering Wheel Heating Button: This button is often located on the lower side of the steering column or integrated into the infotainment system.  
  2. Turn it on: Press the button, and the steering wheel will begin warming up within seconds.  
  3. Adjust Settings if Available: Some models allow temperature customization via the infotainment menu.  

Pro Tips for Efficient Use  

  • Activate these features a few minutes before starting your journey for optimal comfort.  
  • Use the pre-conditioning feature available in the Mercedes me app to warm up the seats and steering wheel remotely on cold mornings.  
  • Turn off the heating functions when not needed to conserve energy and battery life.  

Experience the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead  

Step into unparalleled luxury and innovation with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV. Every feature is designed to enhance your driving experience, from heated seats to the steering wheel. For more details and personalized assistance, visit Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead in Peoria, AZ. 
Our dedicated team is here to answer your questions, schedule test drives, and ensure you experience the GLC SUV firsthand. Discover why this SUV is a class apart and make your comfort-filled journey begin today.  

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