Operation
Depending on the date of manufacture of your vehicle, the or symbol for the automatic headlamp mode/daytime running lamps is located on the light switch.
Illustration: light switch with the
symbol for
the automatic headlamp mode/daytime running
lamps
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument cluster lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
Front fog lamps
Illustration: light switch with the
symbol for
the automatic headlamp mode/daytime running
lamps
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument cluster lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
Front fog lamps
The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and the high-beam flasher are operated using the combination switch.
Switch off the parking lamps and standing lamps when you leave the vehicle. This prevents the battery from discharging.
The exterior lighting (except the parking/standing lamps) switches off
automatically if you:
• remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
• open the driver's door with the SmartKey in position 0
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
Turn the light switch to or .
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Cleaning the paintwork
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by
inadequate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. ...
Stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor
A removable insert under the trunk floor
contains the parts of the EASY-PACK loadsecuring
kit. The tire-change tool kit is stored
beneath this insert.
– To open: open the tailgate.
– Holdi ...
Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE®
Brake
PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles
with DISTRONIC PLUS.
Press the or
button on the
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
menu.
Press or
to select PRE-SAFE
Brake.
Pres ...