03 Instruments and controls
Position lamps
Position lamps are switched on using the
headlamp control's knob.
Daytime running lights
WARNING
With the knob for headlamp control in
position, and the car's electrical system in key
position II or the engine running, the daytime
running lights are activated automatically in
daylight.
This system help to save energy - it cannot
determine in all situations when daylight is
too weak or sufficiently strong, e.g. in mist
and rain.
The driver is always responsible for ensur-
ing that the car is driven with the correct
beam pattern for the traffic situation and in
accordance with applicable traffic regula-
tions.
Daytime running lights during the day.
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Related information
Main/dipped beam (p. 95)
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Light switches (p. 91)
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Knob for headlamp control in the position for
position lamps.
Turn the knob to the position for
ber plate lighting is switched on at the same
time).
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Knob for headlamp control in AUTO position.
If the car's electrical system is in key position
II or the engine is running then the daytime
running lights also switch on.
With the knob for headlamp control in
position the daytime running lights (Daytime
Running Lights - DRL) are activated automati-
cally when the car is driven in daylight. A light
sensor on the top of the instrument panel
changes from daytime running lights to
dipped beam at twilight or when daylight
becomes too weak. Switching to dipped
beam also takes place when the windscreen
wipers or rear fog lamp are activated.
When it is dark outside and the tailgate is
opened the rear position lamps illuminate to
alert traffic behind. This takes place irrespec-
tive of what position the knob is in or what
key position the car's electrical system is in.
Related information
Light switches (p. 91)
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94
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