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Se n s ors fo r a utom a tic h ea dlights
With the help of t he sensors in the mirror, when t he light switch is
in the
AUTO position , the low beams are switched on and off auto -
mat ical ly depending on the ambien t light conditions =:> page
55.
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WARNING
The glass of the inside rearview mirror is layered and contain s an
electrolyte to achieve it s propert ies. Be aware of liquid electrolyte
leakin g from a broken mirror glass. This liquid can cause irritation
to skin, eyes, and respiratory system .
If you get electrolyt e in your eyes or on your skin, immediately
rinse with plenty of water . If irritation persist s, seek medi cal atten -
tion .
0
Note
Liquid electrolyte leaked from a broken mirror glass wil l damage any
p lastic surfaces it comes in contact with . Clean up spilled electrolyte
immediately with clear water and a sponge.
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Tips
If you sw it ch off the automati c dimming function on the inside
mirror, automatic dimming of the out side mirror s will likewise be
disabled .
Check to make sure there are no obj ects preventing light from
reaching the inside mirror.
Do not attach any stickers to the windshield in front of the two
light sensors, as this would interfere with both the automatic oper -
ation of the head lights and the automatic dimming of the inside
mirror(s). •
Controls and equip-
ment
Clear vision
Outside
mirrors
The outside mirrors are elect rically adjuste d.
Adjusting
the outside
mirrors
Fig. 54 Forwa rd
sectio n of driver' s
arm rest: pow er mirror
controls
Tur n the adjusti ng knob t o pos ition © (dr iver's side) or in
posit ion
®
(passenger side) ~
fig . 54.
Press t he knob in the appropriate di rect ion t o move the
mir ror surface so that you have a good view to the rear.
Heated
mirrors
- Turn t he knob to posit ion
@.
Folding
both outside
mirrors
flat *
- Turn the knob to @ .
Depending on the outside temperature, the mirror surfaces are
heated until the ignition is switched off - even if the knob is no
longer in position @.
We recommend folding * the outside mirrors f lat to help when
parking your vehicle or when maneuvering in very tight spaces .
Vehicle care
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