Mirrors - Mercedes-Benz 2005 M-Class Operator's Manual

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Do not drive the vehicle until you have
properly locked the steering column.
If the indicator lamp _ ( page 26)
comes on while the engine is running,
the steering column is not locked prop-
erly.

Mirrors

Adjust the interior and exterior rear view
mirrors before driving so that you have a
good view of the road and traffic condi-
tions.
Warning!
In the case of an accident, liquid electrolyte
may escape the mirror housing if the mirror
glass breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not al-
low the liquid to come into contact with
eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system.
In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.
Getting started
Interior rear view mirror
Manually adjust the interior rear view
mirror.
For more information, see "Rear view mir-
rors" ( page 128).
Exterior rear view mirrors
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Warning!
Exercise care when using the passenger-
side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror
surface is convex (outwardly curved surface
for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror
are closer than they appear. Check your in-
terior rear view mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing lanes.
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Electrolyte drops coming into contact
with the vehicle paint finish can only be
completely removed while in their
liquid state and by applying plenty of
water.
Adjusting
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