Mercedes-Benz R-Class Owner's Manual page 161

Controls
Driving systems
G Risk of accident
The reversing camera is only an aid and may
display obstacles in a distorted manner,
incorrectly or even not display them at all.
The reversing camera does not relieve you
of the responsibility to pay attention. The
camera cannot show objects:
that are very close to the rear bumper.
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that are underneath the rear bumper.
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above the tailgate handle.
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You are always responsible for safety and
must continue to pay attention to your
immediate surroundings when parking and
manoeuvring. This applies to the areas
behind, in front of and next to the vehicle.
You could otherwise endanger yourself and
others.
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G Risk of accident
Under the following circumstances, the
reversing camera will not function, or func-
tion in a limited manner:
if the tailgate is open.
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in heavy rain, snow or fog.
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at night or in very dark places.
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if the camera is exposed to very bright
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white light.
if the area is lit by fluorescent light (the
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display may flicker).
if there is a sudden change in tempera-
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ture, e.g. when driving into a heated
garage in winter.
if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.
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if the rear of your vehicle is damaged.
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Have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop in this case. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre for this purpose.
Do not use the reversing camera in these
types of situation. You could otherwise
injure others or damage objects and your
vehicle while you are parking.
Activating the reversing camera
Make sure that the key is in position 2 in
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the ignition lock.
Engage reverse gear.
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The area behind the vehicle is shown in the
COMAND APS display.