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Introduction of the New E-Class, Model Series 212 Sedan
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The Intelligent Light System comprises:
Basic light functions
• Low beams
• High beams
• Standing lights
• Turn signal lights
Extended driving light functions
• Dynamic curve illumination
• Cornering lights (in main headlamps)
• Dynamic headlamp range control
• Country lights
• Motorway lights
• Extended fog light function
• Adaptive Highbeam Assist
(
new
extended special equipment)
• Infrared lights
(
new
extended special equipment)
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
With the Adaptive Highbeam Assist system, included
in the light package, the new E-Class sets new stan-
dards in the field of intelligent and adaptive illumina-
tion. Like the manual high beams, the system is acti-
vated via the steering column lever. A camera,
combined with a special image analysis module, sends
signals for automatic headlamp range adjustment or
high beam activation to the headlamps according to
the traffic situation.
The system is capable of adjusting the light cone
almost steplessly to keep it below the dazzle threshold
for oncoming and preceding road users.
Infrared lights
Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps and Intelligent Light
System can be supplemented with infrared lights by
means of the special equipment with code (610) Night
View Assist. Infrared projection modules are installed
in the "little eyes" on each side. The infrared light
emitted by the infrared lamps is not visible to the
human eye. It therefore does not disturb or dazzle
oncoming traffic.
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Danger!
Extended exposure to infrared radiation can
damage the eyes. This damage is not immediately
noticeable. Observe the following instructions to
ensure that this does not happen:
• Avoid extended visual contact with activated
infrared lamps.
• When working on the front of the vehicle make
sure that the infrared lamps are switched off.
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Note
Additional information on the Adaptive Highbeam
Assist and Night View Assist can be found in the
"Driving assistance systems" chapter.
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