Vehicle electronics 385
G WARNING
Information on technical data
If you operate two-way radios incorrectly in
Plug-in hybrid: be sure to read the separate
the vehicle, their electromagnetic radiation
Owner's Manual. Otherwise, you may fail to rec-
can interfere with the vehicle electronics, for
ognise dangers.
example if:
i The technical data were determined in
R the two-way radio is not connected to an
accordance with EU Directives. All data apply
exterior aerial
to the vehicle's standard equipment. The data
may therefore differ for vehicles with optional
R the exterior aerial is not correctly mounted
equipment. You can obtain further informa-
or is not low-reflection
tion from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
This could jeopardise the operating safety of
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at
Vehicle electronics
a qualified specialist workshop. When oper-
Tampering with the engine electron-
ating two-way radios in the vehicle, always
ics
connect them to the low-reflection exterior
aerial.
! Only have work carried out on the engine
electronics and its associated parts, such as
! The operating permit may be invalidated if
control units, sensors, actuating components
the instructions for installation and use of
and connector leads, at a qualified specialist
two-way radios are not observed.
workshop. Vehicle components may other-
In particular, the following conditions must be
wise wear more quickly and the vehicle's
complied with:
operating permit may be invalidated.
R only approved wavebands may be used
R observe the maximum permissible output
Fitting two-way radios and mobile
in these wavebands
phones (RF transmitters)
R only approved aerial positions may be used
G WARNING
Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation
may cause damage to your health and to the
Technical data
The electromagnetic radiation from two-way
health of others. The use of an exterior aerial
radios can interfere with the vehicle electron-
takes into consideration the scientific discus-
ics if they are manipulated or retrofitted incor-
sion surrounding the possible health risk posed
by electromagnetic fields.
rectly. This could jeopardise the operating
Observe the notes on operating mobile phones
safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an acci-
( Y page 328).
dent.
The following aerial positions may be used for
You should have all work on electrical and
the correct installation of two-way radios:
electronic components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
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