1990-2018 Mercedes G Class SUV Lights and windshield wipers User Manual
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Lights and windshield wipers for Your Mercedes G Class SUV Third Generation (1990-2018)

Useful information .............................. 98
Exterior lighting .................................. 98
Interior lighting ................................. 105
Replacing bulbs ................................. 108
Windshield wipers ............................ 114
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Lights and windshield wipers
Useful information
i
This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
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Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 24).
Exterior lighting
Important safety notes
For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you drive with the lights
switched on even during the daytime. In some
countries, operation of the headlamps varies
due to legal requirements and self-imposed
obligations.
Driving abroad
Conversion to symmetrical low beam
Switch the headlamps to symmetrical low
beam in countries in which traffic drives on
the opposite side of the road from the country
where the vehicle is registered. This prevents
glare to oncoming traffic. When using
symmetrical lights, the edge of the road is not
lit as widely and as far ahead as normal.
Have the headlamps converted at a qualified
specialist workshop as close to the border as
possible before driving in these countries.
Conversion to asymmetrical low beam
after returning
Have the headlamps converted back to
asymmetrical low-beam headlamps at a
qualified specialist workshop as soon as
possible after crossing the border again.
Light switch
Operation
!
Switch off the parking lamps and low-
beam headlamps when you leave the
vehicle. This prevents the battery from
discharging.
!
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 T parking lamps
for several hours. If possible, switch on the
X right or the W left standing lamp.
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
X
Turn the light switch to Ã.
The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and
the high-beam flasher are operated using the
combination switch (Y page 103).
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Exterior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers
The exterior lighting (except the parking/
standing lamps) switches off automatically if
you:
R
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
R
open the driver's door with the SmartKey
in position 0.
Low-beam headlamps
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
X
To switch on the low-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to
position 2 or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to L.
The L indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps in Canada
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
The daytime running lamps function is
required by law in Canada. It cannot therefore
be deactivated.
X
Turn the light switch to Ã.
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 L 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 T, you turn on the daytime running
lamps and parking lamps.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to L, the manual settings take
precedence over the daytime running lamps.
Exterior lighting
99
Lights and windshield wipers
Daytime running lamps in the USA
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are
deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
X
To activate the daytime running
lamps: activate the daytime running lamps
function in the on-board computer
(Y page 215).
X
Turn the light switch to Ã.
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 L indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to T or L, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Automatic headlamp mode
G
WARNING
If the light switch is set to à and it is foggy,
snowing or there is poor visibility, the low-
beam headlamps will not come on
automatically. This could endanger you and
others. In such situations turn the light switch
to L.
The automatic headlamp feature is only an
aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's
lighting at all times.
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
X
To switch on automatic headlamp
mode: turn the light switch to Ã.
SmartKey in position 1 in the ignition lock:
the parking lamps are switched on or off
automatically depending on the brightness
of the ambient light.
With the engine running: if you have
activated the daytime running lamps
function in the on-board computer, the
daytime running lamps or the low-beam
headlamps are switched on or off
automatically depending on the brightness
of the ambient light.
When the low-beam headlamps are
switched on, the L indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
100
Exterior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers
Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
G
WARNING
If you suspect that driving conditions will be
foggy, turn the light switch to L before you
start your journey. Your vehicle may
otherwise not be visible and you could
endanger yourself and others.
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
BN
Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
CR
Rear fog lamp
X
To switch on the fog lamps: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2
or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to T, L or
Ã.
X
Press the N button.
The green N indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
X
To switch off the front fog lamps: press
the N button.
The green N indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Only vehicles with front fog lamps have the
fog lamps function.
Rear fog lamp
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
BN
Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
CR
Rear fog lamp
Exterior lighting
101
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
X
To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2
or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
X
Press the R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
X
To switch off the rear fog lamp: press the
R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Parking lamps
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
BN
Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
CR
Rear fog lamp
X
To switch on: turn light switch to T.
Standing lamps
1W
Left-hand standing lamps
2X
Right-hand standing lamps
3T
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
BN
Fog lamps (except AMG vehicles)
CR
Rear fog lamp
Switching on the standing lamps ensures the
corresponding side of the vehicle is
illuminated.
102
Exterior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers
X
To switch on the parking lamps: the
SmartKey is not inserted in the ignition lock
or it is in position 0(Y page 139).
X
Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side
of the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of
the vehicle).
Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically if
the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is
operated ten times while the lights are on and
the engine is running (Y page 114). When you
switch off the ignition, the automatic
headlamp cleaning system is reset and
counting is resumed from 0.
Combination switch
Turn signal
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
X
To indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow ; or ?.
The corresponding turn signal flashes three
times.
X
To indicate: press the combination switch
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow ; or ?.
High-beam headlamps
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
X
To switch on the high-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to
position 2 or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
X
Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of
arrow :.
In the à position, the high-beam
headlamps are only switched on when it is
dark and the engine is running.
The blue K indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the high-
beam headlamps are switched on.
X
To switch off the high-beam
headlamps: move the combination switch
back to its normal position.
The blue K indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Exterior lighting
103
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
High-beam flasher
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
X
To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the
ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the
engine.
X
Pull the combination switch briefly in the
direction of arrow =.
Hazard warning lamps
X
To switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button :.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on
a turn signal using the combination switch,
only the turn signal lamp on the
corresponding side of the vehicle will flash.
X
To switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button :.
The hazard warning lamps automatically
switch on if:
R
an air bag is deployed
R
the Emergency Tensioning Devices are
triggered, or
R
the vehicle is slowed down rapidly from a
speed of over 45 mph (70 km/h) and
comes to a halt
The hazard warning lamps switch on
automatically if an air bag or the Emergency
Tensioning Devices are triggered and the
SmartKey is in position 1 in the ignition lock.
The hazard warning lamps switch off
automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed
of over 6mph (10km/h) again after a full
brake application.
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The hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off.
Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the
illumination of the road over a wide angle in
the direction you are turning, enabling better
visibility in tight bends, for example. The
cornering light function can only be activated
if the low-beam headlamps are switched on
and the fog lamps are switched off.
Active: if you are driving at speeds below
25 mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn
signal or turn the steering wheel
Not active: if you are driving at speeds above
25 mph (40 km/h) or switch off the turn
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Exterior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers
signal or turn the steering wheel to the
straight-ahead position
The cornering light function may remain lit for
a short time, but is automatically switched off
after no more than three minutes.
Headlamps and indicator lamps
fogged up on the inside
The headlamps and the indicator lamps in the
exterior mirrors may fog up on the inside if
there is high atmospheric humidity.
X
Drive with the headlamps switched on.
The level of moisture diminishes,
depending on the length of the journey and
the weather conditions (humidity and
temperature).
If the level of moisture does not diminish:
X
Have the headlamps checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Interior lighting
Overview of interior lighting
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
Rear-compartment overhead control panel
:
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
;
p Switches the left-hand reading lamp
on/off
Interior lighting control
General notes
The interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time
except for when the SmartKey is in position
2 in the ignition lock. This prevents your
vehicle's battery from discharging.
The brightness of the ambient lighting may be
set using the control on the instrument
cluster (Y page 205).
Interior lighting
105
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
Automatic interior lighting control
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X
To switch on: set rocker switch B to the
center position.
The interior lighting switches on
automatically when it is dark if you:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open a door
R
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
X
To switch off: press the | symbol on
rocker switch B.
The interior lighting remains switched off
even when it is dark if you:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open a door.
R
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
The interior light is activated for a short while
when the SmartKey is removed from the
ignition lock. You can activate this delayed
switch-off using the on-board computer
(Y page 216).
When a front door is opened, the front interior
lighting comes on. When a rear door is
opened, the rear interior lighting comes on.
In addition, the courtesy lights come on.
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If a door remains open and the SmartKey
is not in the ignition lock, the interior
lighting switches off after a short while.
Manual interior lighting control
Front interior lighting
!
If the interior lighting has been switched
on manually, it will not be switched off
automatically.
This can cause the starter battery to
discharge.
Make sure that the interior lighting does
not remain switched on too long after the
engine has been switched off.
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
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Interior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers
X
To switch on: press the c symbol on
rocker switch B.
X
To switch off: set rocker switch B to the
center position.
Reading lamps
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X
To activate/deactivate: press the p
button.
Cargo compartment lamp
G
WARNING
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the cargo
compartment opening when closing the
tailgate. Be especially careful when small
children are around.
G
WARNING
Make sure the tailgate is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
!
Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. The battery may otherwise
discharge.
!
Do not close the rear door while lock :
is engaged at the bottom. Otherwise, you
could damage lock :.
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X
To switch on/off: press the t button.
i
If you open the rear door, the cargo
compartment lamp comes on. You will then
be unable to switch it off using the t
button.
Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. This prevents the battery
from discharging.
Interior lighting
107
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
X
Open the rear door.
X
To switch off with the rear door open:
press lock : down in the direction of the
arrow until it engages.
The cargo compartment lamp is switched
off.
X
To switch on with the rear door open:
press lock cylinder ; on the door handle.
The cargo compartment lamp resumes its
normal function.
Rear interior lighting
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting
on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
X
To switch on/off: press the t button.
i
The rear interior lighting switches on
when you open a rear door. You will then
be unable to switch it off using the t
button.
Switch off the rear interior lighting if you
wish to leave the rear doors open for a
longer period. This prevents the battery
from discharging.
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes
G
DANGER
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You could
get an electric shock and be seriously or even
fatally injured if you touch the electric
contacts on Xenon bulbs. Therefore, never
remove the cover from Xenon bulbs.
Do not change the Xenon bulbs yourself, but
have them replaced at a qualified workshop.
Xenon bulbs
If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs,
you can recognize this by the following: the
cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves
from the top to the bottom and back again
when you start the engine. For this to be
observed, the lights must be switched on
before starting the engine.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
LED lamps
You can replace neither Xenon bulbs nor LED
bulbs. Have LED bulbs changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
108
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Before changing bulbs
Have the following bulbs changed at a
qualified specialist workshop:
R
Additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
R
High-mounted brake lamp
R
High-beam/low-beam headlamps (Xenon
bulbs)
R
Daytime running lamps
R
Parking lamps/standing lamps
R
License plate lamp
i
Individual segments of the license plate
lamp LEDs may fail without a display
message appearing in the multifunction
display. Regularly check the license plate
lamp. If necessary, visit a qualified
specialist workshop.
You can replace the following bulbs:
R
Fog lamp/cornering light with fog lamp
function
R
Turn signal lamp (front)
R
Brake/tail lamp
R
Turn signal lamp (rear)
R
Tail lamps/standing lamps
R
Backup lamp
R
Rear fog lamp
R
Side marker lamps
G
WARNING
Bulbs and lamps can become very hot. For
this reason, allow them to cool down before
changing them. Otherwise, you could burn
yourself when you touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could, for example, damage
the bulbs and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may explode and injure you.
Halogen bulbs are pressurized and could
explode when you change them, especially if
they are very hot. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
Other bulbs
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed (Y page 109). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself changed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
Front bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
:
Turn signal lamp: 1156 NA
;
Side marker lamp: T 4 W
=
Cornering light function with fog lamp
function: H11 55 W (except AMG vehicles)
Replacing bulbs
109
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
Rear bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
:
Tail lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W
;
Brake lamp/tail lamp: P 21/5 W
=
Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W
?
Side marker lamp: T 4 W
A
Backup lamp: P 21 W
B
Rear fog lamp: P 21 W
Changing the front bulbs
Front fog lamps/cornering lamps with
fog lamp function
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws :.
X
Remove cover ;.
X
Unscrew screws =.
i
Only remove screws =. Do not turn
adjustment screw ?. If adjustment
screw ? has been turned, the front fog
lamp adjustment must be checked at a
qualified workshop.
X
Remove lamp A.
X
Hold lamp A.
X
Lightly press bulb holder B, turn it
counter-clockwise to the stop and pull it
out.
110
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers
X
Take bulb C out of bulb holder B.
X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder B.
X
Insert bulb holder B into lamp A and turn
it clockwise to the stop.
X
Insert lamp A.
X
Replace and tighten screws =.
X
Position cover ;.
X
Replace and tighten screws :.
Turn signal
!
Make sure that the protective grille does
not hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
Turn signal lamp with protection grille (AMG
vehicles)
X
Switch off the lights.
X
AMG vehicles: pull protection grille : in
the direction of the arrow out of
mounting ;.
X
Fold up protection grille :.
Example: turn signal lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws =.
X
Remove lens ?.
Example: turn signal lamp
Replacing bulbs
111
Lights and windshield wipers
Z
X
Turn bulb A counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
X
Install lens ?.
X
Replace and tighten screws =.
X
AMG vehicles: fold down protection
grille : and allow it to engage in
mounting ;.
Side marker lamps
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
Front side marker lamp (example)
The bulbs of the front and rear side marker
lamps are changed in the same way.
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws :.
X
Remove housing ;.
X
Remove dust cover =.
X
Push the catch to the side and pull the bulb
holder with the bulb out of housing ;.
X
Lightly press bulb ?, turn it counter-
clockwise and pull it out.
X
Insert the new bulb and, applying slight
pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.
X
Insert the bulb holder into housing ;.
X
Attach dust cover =.
X
Insert housing ;.
X
Replace and tighten screws :.
Changing the rear bulbs
G 55 AMG only: protective grille
!
Make sure that the protective grille does
not hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
Protection grille (AMG vehicles)
You must remove the protective grille before
you can change the bulbs in the tail lamps.
112
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers
X
Unscrew screws ;.
X
Swing protection grille : to the right.
X
After changing the bulbs, swing protection
grille : to the left.
X
Tighten screws ;.
Tail lamp
!
When installing the lens, make sure that
the seal is positioned correctly.
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws :.
X
Remove lens ;.
=
Turn signal
?
Brake/tail lamp
A
Tail lamp/standing lamp
X
Turn the corresponding bulb counter-
clockwise, applying slight pressure, and
remove it from the bulb holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
X
Install lens ;.
X
Replace and tighten screws :.
X
AMG vehicles: secure the protection grille
(Y page 112).
Backup lamp/rear fog lamp
!
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
could otherwise damage the lens.
Example: rear fog lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws ;.
X
Remove lens :.
X
Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight
pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise until it engages.
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Z
X
Install lens :.
X
Replace and tighten screws ;.
Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
G
WARNING
The windshield will no longer be wiped
properly if the wiper blades are worn. This
could prevent you from observing the traffic
conditions, thereby causing an accident.
Replace the wiper blades twice a year, ideally
in spring and fall.
!
Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield/rear
window can scratch the glass if wiping
takes place when the windshield/rear
window is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
!
If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield/rear window after the
vehicle has been washed in an automatic
car wash, this may be due to wax or other
residue. Clean the windshield/rear window
with washer fluid after an automatic car
wash.
!
Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windshield
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windshield wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could then damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather.
Combination switch
1
$ Windshield wipers off
2
Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)
3
Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
4
° Continuous wipe, slow
5
¯ Continuous wipe, fast
B
í Single wipe
C
î To wipe with washer fluid
X
Switch on the ignition.
X
Turn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted if you stop
and open a front door. This protects people
getting into and out of the vehicle from being
sprayed with water.
Intermittent wiping continues when all doors
are closed and:
R
you shift the automatic transmission to
drive position D or reverse gear R
or
R
you change the wipe setting on the
combination switch.
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically
according to the intensity of the rain. In
the Å position, the rain sensor is more
sensitive than in the Ä position, causing
the windshield wipers to wipe more
frequently.
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Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
Combination switch
:
è Switch
2
b To wipe with washer fluid
3
I To switch on intermittent wiping
4
0 To switch off intermittent wiping
5
b To wipe with washer fluid
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.
X
Turn switch : on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the icon appears in the instrument cluster.
i
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically if you shift the selector lever
to R while the windshield wipers are on.
Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the windshield wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you could
be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk
of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
!
To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
make sure that you touch only the wiper
arm of the wiper.
!
Never open the hood if a windshield wiper
arm has been folded away from the
windshield.
Never fold a windshield wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windshield/
rear window.
Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windshield wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windshield, the
windshield may be damaged by the force of
the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Removing the wiper blades
:
Windshield wiper arm
;
Wiper blade
=
Locking spring
?
Hinge piece
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X
Fold wiper arm : away from the
windshield until it engages.
X
Position wiper blade ; horizontally.
X
Press locking spring =.
X
Slide wiper blade ; with hinge piece ?
from wiper arm :.
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Z
Installing the wiper blade
:
Windshield wiper arm
;
Wiper blade
=
Locking spring
?
Hinge piece
X
Slide wiper arm : into new wiper
blade ; with hinge piece ?.
X
Engage locking spring = into the end of
the wiper arm.
X
Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated
correctly.
X
Fold wiper arm : back onto the
windshield.
Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed
Leaves or snow, for example, may be
obstructing the windshield wiper movement.
The wiper motor has been deactivated.
X
For safety reasons, you should remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X
Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X
Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative
The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the
combination switch.
X
Have the windshield wipers checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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