Fig. 68 Next to the steering wheel: examples of the various light switches
Observe any country-specific regulations when using vehicle lighting.
In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket, the vehicle's rear fog lights are switched off automatically if a trailer with rear fog lights is electrically connected to the vehicle.
Turn the light switch to the required position : | ||
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When the ignition is switched off | When the ignition is switched on | |
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The fog lights, dipped beam headlights and side lights are switched off. | The lights are switched off, or the daytime headlights or daytime running lights are switched on. |
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The side lights are switched on. | The side lights are switched on. |
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The dipped beam headlights are switched off. The side lights may still light up for a short time. | The dipped beam headlights are switched on. |
Fog lights
The indicator lamps or
in the light switch or instrument
cluster indicate that the fog lights are switched on.
Signal tones if lights are not switched off
If the key is removed from the ignition lock and the driver door is opened, a signal tone will sound in any of the following situations. This will remind you to switch off the lights as necessary.
Gas discharge bulbs
Gas discharge bulbs generate bright, uniform light for better illumination of the road. This also improves the visibility of the vehicle for other road users. The light from gas discharge bulbs is generated by passing a very high current between two electrodes located in a gas-filled bulb.
The electrodes wear over time, which increases the distance between them. The control unit for the gas discharge bulbs detect this change and increases the current to ensure that the generated light remains bright and uniform.
However, gas discharge bulbs can also blow. Before they blow, they may flicker or stop generating uniform light. Some vehicles (depending on the equipment level) may display a corresponding notification in the instrument cluster.
If the gas discharge bulbs flicker or stop generating uniform light, go to a qualified workshop immediately to have the headlights checked.
WARNING
Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
The tailgate is open or not properly closed.
Do not drive on!
Open the tailgate and close it again.
Several warning and ...
Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified
order before working in the engine compartment :
Park the vehicle on a level and stable surface.
Depress and hold the brake pedal until the
engine has stopped.
Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping
and p ...
General Information
In order to be able to force moisture and other contaminants
out of refrigerant circuit, compressed air and nitrogen (to
force moisture out of refrigerant circuit) are to be used.
For the most part, blowing through the refrigerant circui ...