Mirrors - Mercedes-Benz 2006 CLS 500 Operator's Manual

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Mirrors

Adjust the interior and exterior rear view

mirrors before driving so that you have a

good view of the road and traffic condi-

In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may

escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass

Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not

allow 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

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

Interior rear view mirror

Manually adjust the interior rear view

For more information, see "Rear view mir-

rors" ( page 191).

Exterior rear view mirrors

Exercise care when using the passen-

ger-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

interior rear view mirror or glance over your

shoulder before changing lanes.