Automatic activation:
Automatic deactivation:
If the low-light sensor registers darkness, for
example when driving through a tunnel.
If sufficient brightness is registered.
If the rain sensor recognizes rain and switches
the windshield wipers on.
If the windshield wipers have not moved for
several minutes.
You can adjust the level of darkness the vehicle must register before automatically switching on the
headlights in the Infotainment system by pressing the ꢀꢁꢂ button followed by the function keys ꢀ and
Lights ⇒ Menu and system settings (SETUP). You can also turn the automatic activation of the
headlights with the rain sensors on and off via this menu.
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) works only with the low beams switched on and only at
speeds above about 6 mph (10 km/h). The swivel-mounted lamps automatically improve road
illumination during cornering.
In some models, the headlights will turn independently, even when driving straight ahead. They can
adjust according to the weather conditions and the speed of the vehicle to better light up the road
ahead. The bulbs return to their original position after a short period of time, depending on the vehicle
speed.
On vehicles equipped with AFS, the feature can be switched on and off in the Infotainment system by
pressing the ꢀꢁꢂ button followed by the ꢀ and Lights function keys ⇒ Menu and system settings
(SETUP).
WARNING
Crashes and other accidents can happen when you cannot see the road ahead and when you
cannot be seen by other motorists.
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Never use daytime running lights (DRL) to see where you are going. DRL are not bright
enough to light up the roadway and be seen by other motorists. You will not be able to see far
enough ahead for safety, especially at dusk or when it is dark. Always switch on the low-
beam headlights at dusk or when it is dark.
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The taillights do not come on when the daytime running lights are switched on. A vehicle
without taillights on cannot be seen by others in bad weather, at dusk, or when it is dark.
If automatic headlights (ꢁꢃꢄꢅ) are switched on, the low-beam headlights still may not be
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switched on in fog or heavy rain. You have to switch on the low-beam headlights yourself.
In cool or humid weather, the insides of the headlights, the rear lights, and turn signals can
temporarily fog up. This is normal and does not affect the service life of the vehicle's lighting system.
Coming Home/Leaving Home features (orientation lighting)
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
The Coming Home/Leaving Home features are controlled automatically by a low-light sensor.
Coming Home
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