Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps in Canada
The daytime running lamps function is required by law in Canada. It cannot therefore be deactivated.
•► Turn the light switch to 
or
.
With the engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the 
indicator lamp in
the
instrument cluster lights up.
When the engine is running and the vehicle is stationary: if you move the selector lever from a drive position to P, the daytime running lamps/low-beam headlamps go out after three minutes.
When the engine is running, the vehicle is
stationary and in high ambient light
brightness: if you turn the light switch
to 
, the daytime running lamps and
the
parking lamps are switched on.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to , the manual settings take
precedence over the daytime running lamps.
Daytime running lamps in the USA
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
•► To activate the daytime running lamps: activate the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer
•► Turn the light switch to 
or
.
With the engine running: depending on the ambient light, the daytime running lamps or the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the 
indicator lamp in
the
instrument cluster lights up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to 
or
, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
See also:
Operation
Depending on the date of manufacture of your
vehicle, the or
symbol for the
automatic headlamp mode/daytime running
lamps is located on the light switch.
Left-hand standing lamps
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Correct driver's seat position
Observe the safety guidelines on seat
adjustment
•► Check whether you have adjusted seat =
properly.
Electrical seat adjustment (Y page 100)
When adjusting the seat, make sure:
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Loading guidelines
WARNING
Always fasten items being carried as securely
as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the weight
and size of the load.
In an accident, during ...