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Lights and visibility

Lights

Switching lights on and off 

Switching on the side lights

– Turn the light switch ⇒ fig. 74 to position

.

Switching on dipped headlights

– Turn the light switch to position

.

Switching off the lights

– Turn the light switch to position 0.

Switching on the fog lights*

– Turn the control from position

 or  to the first stop. The

lights control symbol

 will light up.

Switching on the rear fog lights (vehicles with front fog lights)

– Turn the control from the position

 or  to the second stop

⇒ . An indicator lights up in the instrument panel.

Switching on the rear fog lights (vehicles with no front fog lights)

– Turn the control from the position

 to the last stop. An indicator

lights up in the instrument panel.

WARNING

Never drive with just the side lights on. Risk of accident. The side lights are

not bright enough to illuminate the road ahead and to ensure that other

road users are able to see you. Always use your dipped headlights if it is

dark or if visibility is poor.

Note

• The dipped beam headlights will only work with the ignition on. The side

lights come on automatically when the ignition is turned off.

• If the lights are left on after the key has been taken out of the ignition lock,

a buzzer sounds when the driver door is opened. This is a reminder to switch

off the lights.

Fig. 74 Detail of the dash

panel: Switch for lights,

fog lights and rear fog

light

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• If the coming home* feature is activated, the acoustic signal for the

dipped beam headlights will not sound, it will sound if the position lights are

activated.

• The rear fog light is so bright that it can dazzle drivers behind you. You

should use the rear fog light only when visibility is very poor.

• If you are towing a trailer equipped with a rear fog light on a vehicle with

a factory-fitted towing bracket, the rear fog light on the car will automatically

be switched off.

• The use of the lighting described here is subject to the relevant statutory

requirements.

Automatic lighting

Activation

– Turn the control to the position “Auto”.

When the switch is in this position, as soon as visibility conditions are

reduced, the lights are automatically activated. The indication “Auto”,

changes to red.

Automatic lighting

If the automatic headlight control is switched on, dipped headlights are auto-

matically switched on by a light-sensitive sensor if you drive into a tunnel, for

example.

The rain function switches on the headlights if the continuous wipe function

is switched on for longer than 5 seconds. The dipped beam headlights are

switched off if the continuous wipe or the intermittent wipe functions are

switched off for longer than 255 seconds.

WARNING

• If automatic headlight control is switched on, the headlights will not be

switched on in fog or heavy rain. Therefore, the dipped beam must be

switched on.

Note

• For those vehicles with the automatic headlight system, when the key is

removed from the ignition, the acoustic signal will only sound if the light

control is in the position  or  if the vehicle is not fitted with the coming

home function.

• If the daylight driving automatic light function is switched on, the fog

lights or rear fog light cannot be switched on in addition.

• The use of the lighting described here is subject to the relevant statutory

requirements.

• Do not put stickers on the windscreen in front of the sensor. This may

cause disruptions or faults in the automatic lighting system.

Fig. 75 Automatic

lighting

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Coming home / leaving home function*

After dark the area around the car is lit up with the aid of the

coming home / leaving home function.

To activate the function

– Put the light switch into the position

 or in the “Auto” position

for those vehicles fitted with the automatic lighting function.

– Remove key from ignition switch.

To deactivate the function

– Turn light switch to position 0.

Coming home function*

When the system is activated and it is dark, the coming home function will

illuminate the vehicle and its surroundings by switching on the dipped head-

lights, rear lights and number plate lights when the driver's door is opened.

While one of the doors or the tailgate are open, the dipped headlights, the

rear lights and the registration plate lighting remain on for about 90 seconds.

If, before this time is up, all of the doors and the tailgate are closed, another

40 seconds of lighting is given. However, if all of the doors and the tailgate

are closed after the 90 seconds have passed, the system will be deactivated

and the lights will not come on.

When the vehicle is completely closed and both 90 second periods are up,

the system will be turned off and the lights will also turn off. If you wish to

reactivate the system, you must start from the beginning.

The lighting time is defined at the time of manufacture.

Leaving home function*

The function is activated when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote

control. In the dark, the leaving home function will light the dipped beam

lights, the rear lights and the registration plate lighting for about 40 seconds.

Note

• If the vehicle is used often during the night for short trips using the

coming home function, this will place a heavy demand on the battery. To

avoid this, make longer journeys whenever possible.

• Observe all relevant statutory requirements when using the lighting

systems described here.

• For those vehicles fitted with the “Dot Matrix” display, the delay in turning

off the headlights (about 40 seconds) can be adjusted using the “Configura-

tion, lights and visibility” menu.

Instrument and switch lighting / Headlight range control

Fig. 76 Detail of the dash

panel: Regulation for

instrument and switch

illumination and head-

light range control

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Instrument and switch lighting

When the headlights are switched on, the brightness of the instruments and

switch lighting can be regulated to suit your requirements by turning the

thumb wheel ⇒ page 111, fig. 76 .

Headlight range control

Using the electrical headlight range control, you can adjust the headlight

range to the load level that is being carried in the vehicle. In this way it is

possible to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic more than necessary. At the same

time, the driver has the best possible lighting for the road ahead using the

correct headlight settings.

The headlights can only be adjusted when the dipped beam is switched on.

To lower the beam, turn the thumb wheel down from the basic setting 0.

Those vehicles fitted with xenon gas discharge headlights are fitted with an

automatic headlight range system.

Hazard warning lights 

The hazard warning lights are used to draw the attention of

other road users to your vehicle in emergencies.

If your vehicle breaks down:

1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic

2. Press the button to switch on the hazard warning lights ⇒

3. Switch the engine off

4. Apply the handbrake

5. On a manual gearbox engage 1st gear, and for an automatic

move the selector lever to P

6. Use the warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users

to your vehicle

Fig. 77 Detail of the dash

panel: Hazard warning

light switch

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7. Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle

You should switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users, for

instance:

• When reaching the tail end of a traffic jam

• There is an emergency

• Your vehicle breaks down due to a technical defect

• You are towing another vehicle or your vehicle is being towed.

All turn signals flash simultaneously when the hazard warning lights are

switched on. That is that the two turn signal indicator lamps   and the

indicator lamp in the switch  will flash at the same time. The hazard

warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off.

WARNING

• The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Always

using the hazard warning lights and a warning triangle to draw the atten-

tion of other road users to your stationary vehicle.

• Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with

inflammable materials under the vehicle, for example dry grass or spilt

petrol. This could start a fire!

Note

• The battery will run down if the hazard warning lights are left on for a long

time, even if the ignition is switched off.

• The use of the hazard warning lights described here is subject to the rele-

vant statutory requirements.

Indicator and main beam headlight lever

The turn signal and main beam lever also operates the

parking lights and the headlight flasher.

The turn signal and main beam headlight lever has the following

functions:

Switching on the turn signals

– Move the lever all the way up ⇒ fig. 78 to indicate right, and

all the way down to indicate left.

Signalling a lane change

– Push the lever up or down to the point where you incur

resistance and then release the lever. The turn signal will flash

three times. The corresponding indicator will also flash.

Fig. 78 Turn signal and

main beam headlight

lever

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Switching main beam on and off

– Turn the light switch to position

.

– Press the lever forward ⇒ page 113, fig. 78 to switch on the

main beams.

– Pull the lever back towards you to switch the main beam head-

lights off again.

Headlight flasher

– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the

flasher.

Switching on parking lights

– Switch off the ignition and remove the key from the lock.

– Move the lever up or down to turn on the right or left-hand

parking lights respectively.

WARNING

The main beam can dazzle other drivers. Risk of accident! Never use the

main beam headlights or the headlight flasher if they could dazzle other

drivers.

Note

• The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The corre-

sponding indicator  or  flashes in the instrument panel. The indicator 

flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is correctly

attached and connected to the vehicle. If a turn signal bulb is defective, the

indicator flashes at double speed. If the trailer turn signal bulbs are

damaged, the indicator  does not light up. You should have the bulb

replaced.

• The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped beam

headlights are already on. The indicator  then comes on in the instrument

panel.

• The headlight flasher comes on for as long as you pull the lever – even if

no other lights are switched on. The indicator  then comes on in the instru-

ment panel.

• When the parking lights are switched on, the headlight and the rear light

on the corresponding side of the vehicle light up. The parking lights will only

work if the key is removed from the ignition. If the lights are switched on, a

buzzer gives an audible warning while the driver door is open.

• If the turn signal lever is left on after the key has been taken out of the

ignition lock, an acoustic signal sounds when the driver door is opened. This

is a reminder to switch off the turn signal, unless of course you wish to leave

the parking light on.

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Interior lights

Front interior light

The switch ⇒ fig. 79 is used to select the following positions:

Courtesy light position 

Rocker switch in flat position (not activated). The interior lights are automat-

ically switched on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key removed from the

ignition lock. and turn off about 20 seconds after the closure of the doors. The

interior lights are switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition

is switched on.

Interior light switched on 

Turn the knob to the position.

Interior light switched off O

Turn the knob to the position O ⇒ fig. 79.

Note

If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched off

after approx. 10 minutes, providing the key has been removed and the cour-

tesy light position selected. This prevents the battery discharging.

Front reading lights

Switching on the reading light 

Press the button to switch on the reading light.

Switching off the reading lights 

Press the button to switch off the reading light.

Fig. 79 Detail of the roof:

Front reading light

Fig. 80 Interior roof

lining: Front lights

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Rear interior and reading lights*

The switch ⇒ fig. 81 is used to select the following positions:

Interior light switched off 0

In switch position ⇒ fig. 81 , the interior and reading lights are switched

off.

Switching on the reading light 

Turn the switch to position (left reading light) or to position (right

reading light).

Courtesy light position 

Turn the control to position . The interior lights are automatically switched

on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key removed from the ignition lock.

The light turns off about 20 seconds after the closure of the doors. The inte-

rior lights are switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is

switched on.

Interior lights or both reading lights switched on 

Turn the control to position .

Note

If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched off

after approx. 10 minutes, providing the key has been removed and the cour-

tesy light position selected. This prevents the battery discharging.

Visibility

Sun visors

The sun visors for the driver and the front passenger can be pulled out of their

mountings in the centre of the vehicle and turned towards the doors ⇒ fig. 82

Fig. 81 Intrerior roof

lining: Rear interior light

and reading lights

Fig. 82 Sun visor on the

driver side

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The make-up mirrors in the sun visors have covers. When you open the cover

a light* in the roof turns on.

The lamp* in the roof lining will go out when the vanity mirror cover is pushed

back or the sun visor is pushed back up.

Note

The roof lamp* will turn off about 10 minutes following the removal of the

ignition key. This prevents the battery discharging.

Windscreen wipers

Front windscreen wipers 

The windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers

and the automatic wash and wipe.

The windscreen wiper lever ⇒ fig. 83 has the following positions:

Switching off the wipers

– Move the lever to position .

Intermittent wipe

– Move the lever up to position .

– Move the control to the left or right to set the length of the

intervals. Control to the left - longer wipe pause, control to the

right - shorter wipe pauses. Four wiper interval stages can be set

using switch .

Slow wipe

– Move the lever up to position .

Continuous wipe

– Move the lever up to position .

Brief wipe

– Move the lever down to position to give the windscreen a brief

wipe. The wiper will start to move faster if you keep the lever

pressed down for longer than 2 seconds.

Wash and wipe automatic system



– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel - Position . The wash

function will start immediately and the wipers will start with a

slight delay. The wash and wiper systems will function at the

same time at speeds of over 120 km/h.

– Then release the lever. The wipers will keep running for approxi-

mately four seconds.

Fig. 83 Windscreen wiper

and windscreen wash

lever

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Optional heated windscreen in the wiper blade* area

In some countries and with some versions, there is the possibility of heating

the windscreen in the area of the windscreen wiper blades in order to aid de-

icing in the zone.

This function is activated by turning the exterior heated rear-view mirror*

control forwards ⇒ page 122.

WARNING

• Worn and dirty wiper blades obstruct visibility and reduce safety levels.

• In cold conditions, you should not use the wash / wipe system unless

you have warmed the windscreen with the heating and ventilation system.

The washer fluid could otherwise freeze on the windscreen and obscure

your view of the road.

• Always note the corresponding warnings on ⇒ page 204.

Caution

In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the

glass before using the wipers for the first time. If you switch on the wipers

when the wiper blades are frozen to the windscreen, you could damage both

the wiper blades and the wiper motor.

Note

• The windscreen wipers will only function when the ignition is switched on

and the bonnet is closed.

• When in use, the wipers do not go as far as the rest position. When the

lever is moved to the 0 position, they move to the rest position.

• The next speed down will automatically be selected if speed

⇒ page 117, fig. 83 or is selected when the vehicle stops. The set speed

will be resumed when the vehicle starts again.

• The windscreen will be wiped again after approximately five seconds once

the “automatic wipe/wash system” has been operated while the vehicle is in

transit.

• When the “intermittent wipe function” is on, the intervals are directly

proportional to the speed. This way, the higher the vehicle speed the shorter

the intervals.

• The wiper will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the windscreen.

The wiper will stop moving if the obstacle blocks its path. Remove the

obstacle and switch the wiper back on again.

• Before removing any objects that may be trapped in the side areas of the

windscreen, always move the wiper arms to the service position

(horizontal).

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Rain sensor*

The rain sensor controls the frequency of the windscreen

wiper intervals, depending on the amount of rain.

Switching on the rain sensor

– Move the windscreen wiper lever into position ⇒ fig. 85.

– Move the control to the left or right to set the sensitivity of the

rain sensor. Switch to the right - high sensitivity. Switch to the

right - low sensitivity.

The rain sensor is part of the interval wipe function. You will have to switch on

the rain sensor back on if you switch off the ignition. This is done by switching

the wiper intermittent function off and back on.

Note

• Do not put stickers on the windscreen in front of the sensor. This may

cause sensor disruption or faults.

Fig. 84 Rain sensor*

Fig. 85 Windscreen wiper

lever

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Rear window wiper 

The windscreen wiper lever operates the windscreen wiper

and the wash and wipe system for the rear window.

Switching on the interval wipe

– Press the lever forwards to position ⇒ fig. 86. The wiper will

wipe the window approximately every 6 seconds.

Switching off the interval wipe function

– Pull the lever back from position towards the steering wheel.

The wiper will continue to function for a short period if you switch

off whilst the wipers are in motion.

Switching on the windscreen wiper and washer system

– Press the lever fully forwards to position ⇒ page 120, fig. 86.

The wash function will start immediately and the wiper will start

with a slight delay. The windscreen wash system will function as

long as you hold the lever in this position.

– Then release the lever. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4

seconds, and then in intervals again.

– Then release the lever. The washer system stops and the wipers

function.

WARNING

• A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.

• Always note the corresponding warnings on ⇒ page 204, “Changing

the front windscreen wiper blades”.

Caution

In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blade is not frozen to the glass

before using the wiper for the first time. If you switch on the wiper when the

wiper blade is frozen to the glass, this could damage both the wiper blade

and the wiper motor.

Note

• The windscreen wiper will only function when the ignition is switched on

and the tailgate is closed.

• In reverse gear, with the windscreen wipers switched on, the rear wind-

screen wiper will make one wipe.

Fig . 8 6 Wi ndow wash an d

wipe lever: Rear window

wiper

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Headlight washer system*

The headlight washers clean the headlights.

The headlight washers are activated automatically when the windscreen

washer is used and the windscreen wiper lever is pulled towards the steering

wheel for at least 1.5 seconds – provided the dipped headlights or main

beams are switched on. Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the head-

lights at regular intervals, for instance when filling the fuel tank.

Note

• To ensure that the headlight washers work properly in winter, keep the

nozzle holders in the bumper free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer

spray.

• To remove water, the windscreen wipers will be activated from time to

time, the headlight wipers will be activated every three cycles.

Mirrors

Interior mirror

It is dangerous to drive if you cannot see clearly through the

rear window.

Manual anti-dazzle function for interior mirror

In the basic mirror position, the lever at the bottom edge of the mirror should

be at the front. Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function.

Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror*

The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off

as desired.

Switching off anti-dazzle function

– Press button ⇒ fig. 87. Indicator goes out.

Switching on anti-dazzle function

– Press button ⇒ fig. 87. Indicator is lit.

Anti-dazzle function

The anti-dazzle function is activated every time the ignition is switched on.

The green indicator lamp lights up in the mirror housing.

When the anti-dazzle function is activated the interior mirror will darken auto-

matically according to the amount of light it receives (for example from the

headlights of a vehicle behind). The anti-dazzle function is cancelled if

reverse gear is engaged.

Fig. 87 Automatic anti-

dazzle interior mirror

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Note

• The automatic anti-dazzle function will only work properly if the sun

blind* for the rear window is retracted and there are no other objects

preventing light from reaching the interior mirror.

• If you have to stick any type of sticker on the windscreen, do not do so in

front of the sensors. Doing so could prevent the anti-dazzle function from

working well or even from working at all.

Exterior mirrors

The exterior mirrors can be adjusted using the rotary knob in

the centre console.

Basic setting of exterior mirrors

1. Turn knob ⇒ fig. 88 to position L (left exterior mirror)

2. Turn the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a

good view to the rear of the vehicle

3. Turn knob to position R (right exterior mirror)

4. Swivel the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a

good view to the rear of the car ⇒

Heating the exterior mirrors*

– Turn the knob forwards to the central position ⇒ page 122,

fig. 88 so that the heated rear view mirrors warm up and the

heated windscreen* in the wiper blade rest area is activated

⇒ page 118.

Folding in exterior mirrors*

– Turn the control ⇒ page 122, fig. 88 to position

 to fold in the

exterior mirrors. You should always fold in the exterior mirrors if

you are driving through an automatic car wash. This will help

prevent damage.

Folding exterior mirrors back out to the extended position*

– Turn the knob to another position to fold the exterior mirrors back

out ⇒ .

Synchronised mirror adjustment

1. Turn the control to the position L (left exterior mirror)

2. Turn the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a

good view to the rear of the vehicle. The right exterior mirror will

be adjusted at the same time (synchronised)

Fig. 88 Exterior mirror

control

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WARNING

• The rear view convex or aspheric mirror increase the field of vision

however the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors. If you

use these mirrors to estimate the distance to vehicles behind you when

changing lane, you could make a mistake. Risk of accident.

• If possible, use the interior mirror to estimate distances to vehicles

behind you.

• Make sure that you do not get your finger trapped between the mirror

and the mirror base when folding back the mirrors. Risk of injury!

For the sake of the environment

The exterior mirror heating should be switched off when it is no longer

needed. Fuel is wasted otherwise.

Note

• If the electrical adjustment ever fails to operate, the mirrors can be

adjusted by hand by lightly pressing the edge of the mirror glass.

• The following guideline applies to vehicles with electric exterior mirrors:

If the mirror housing is moved as a result of exterior force (e.g. knocked when

parking the vehicle), the mirrors must be folded in electrically to the final

position. Do not readjust the mirror housing by hand, as this will interfere

with the mirror adjuster function.

• The rear view mirrors can be adjusted separately or simultaneously, as

described before.

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