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Clear vision
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Note
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Curved (i.e. convex) mirror surfaces increase your field of view.
Remember that vehicles or other objects will appear smaller and
farther away than when seen in a flat mirror . If you use this mirror to
estimate distances of following vehicles when changing lanes, you
could estimate incorrectly and cause an accident.
•
If the mirror housing is moved unintentionally
(for example,
while parking your vehicle), then you must first fold the mirror elec-
trically. Do not readjust the mirror housing manually. You could
damage the motor which controls the mirror.
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Tips
If there should be a malfunction
in the electrical system, you can
still adjust the outside mirrors by pressing the edge of the mirror. •
Ap pli es to vehicles: with automati c dimm ing fo r outside mi rro rs
Automatic
dimming
for outside
mirrors
The outside mirrors are dimmed together with the automatic
dimming of the inside mirror. When the ignition is switched on, the
mirrors darken automatically
depending on the light striking them
(e.g. headlights from the rear).
When the interior lighting is switched on and when reverse gear is
engaged, the mirrors are switched back to their original brightness
(not dimmed).
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WARNING
The glass of the inside rear view mirror is layered and contains an
electrolyte to achieve its properties. Be aware of liquid electrolyte
leaking from a broken mirror glass. This liquid can cause irritation
to skin, eyes, and respiratory system. If you get electrolyte in your
eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with plenty of water . If irri-
tation persists, seek medical attention.
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Note
Electrolyte leaking from a broken mirror glass attacks the vehicle
paint and plastic surfaces. Clean up spilled electrolyte immediately
with clear water and a sponge .
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Tips
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If automatic dimming for the inside mirror is switched off, the
outside mirrors are also not dimmed automatically .
•
Automatic dimming for the mirror only operates properly if the
light striking the inside mirror is not hindered by other objects . •
Digital
compass
App li es to vehicles: with digita l compass
Activating
or deactivating
the compass
The direction is displayed on the interior rear view mirror.
Fig. 55 Inside rear
view mirror : digital
compass activated
- To activate or deactivate, hold the © button down until
the red display appears or disappears.
The digital compass only works with the igni tion turned on. The
directions are displayed as initials : N (North), NE (Northeast), E
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