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.
Illustration: light switch with the
symbol for
the automatic headlamp mode/daytime running
lamps
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument cluster lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
Illustration: light switch with the
symbol for
the automatic headlamp mode/daytime running
lamps
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument cluster lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and the high-beam flasher are operated using the combination switch.
If the battery has been excessively discharged, the parking lamps or standing lamps are automatically switched off to enable the next engine start. Always park your vehicle safely and sufficiently lit according to legal standards. Avoid the continuous use of the parking lamps for several hours. If possible, switch on the right or the left standing lamp.
The exterior lighting (except the parking/
standing lamps) switches off automatically if
you:
- remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
- open the driver's door with the SmartKey
in position 0
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
- Turn the light switch to or .
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WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
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Overview of sun visors
WARNING
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun
visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and
others.
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