The convenience turn signal can be activated
and deactivated in the vehicle settings in the
Infotainment system → page 31.
WARNING
Incorrect use of turn signals, a failure to
use turn signals, or forgetting to switch off
a turn signal can confuse other road users.
This can lead to accidents and serious inju-
ries.
·
Always activate the turn signal in good
time when changing lanes and perform-
ing overtaking or turning manoeuvres.
·
Always switch off the turn signal once
the lane change or overtaking or turning
manoeuvre has been completed.
The hazard warning lights also work
when the ignition is switched off
Vehicle lighting
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 86 Next to the steering wheel: touch panel
for switching on the exterior lighting.
Switching lights on
— Switch on the ignition.
— Touch the button as often as required
until the corresponding indicator lamps
light up.
The dipped beam headlights are
switched on. The indicator lamp lights
up green.
Automatic headlights: dipped beam is
switched on or off depending on the
brightness level → , → page 104.
Side lights switched on, the indicator
lamp lights up green. The automatic
headlights function
is activated
as from a speed of around 10 km/h
(6 mph).
Light switched off. The automatic
headlights function
is activated
from a speed of around 10 km/h
(6 mph) or when a distance of about
100 m (0.062 miles) has been driven.
Switching off the lights
— Switch off the ignition.
The orientation lighting can be
switched on → page 109.
Side lights or continuous parking light
on both sides of the vehicle switched
on. The indicator lamp lights up
green.
Light switched off.
Daytime running lights
The daytime running lights can increase the
visibility of the vehicle in traffic during the
daytime and are switched on each time the
ignition is switched on (if brightness is detec-
ted).
WARNING
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if
roads are not sufficiently illuminated and
other road users have difficulty seeing the
vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
·
The light assistance systems only pro-
vide support; the driver is responsible
for making sure the vehicle lights are
switched on correctly.
·
Always switch the dipped beam head-
lights on if it is dark, raining or visibility
is poor.
Vehicle lighting
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