2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SLC bulb

Reversing camera
General notes
Rear view cameraCis an optical parking andmaneuvering aid. It shows the area behindyour vehicle with guide lines in the multimediasystem.
The area behind the vehicle is displayed as amirror image, as in the rear view mirror.
iThe text shown in the multimedia systemdisplay depends on the language setting.The following are examples of rear viewcamera displays in the multimedia system.
Important safety notes
The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not areplacement for your attention to your immedi-ate surroundings. You are always responsiblefor safe maneuvering and parking. Make surethat there are no persons, animals or objectsin the maneuvering area when you are maneu-vering or parking.
Under the following circumstances, the rearview camera will not function, or will functionin a limited manner:
Rif the trunk lid is open
Rin heavy rain, snow or fog
Rat night or in very dark places
Rif the camera is exposed to very bright light
Rif the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LEDlighting (the display may flicker)
Rif there is a sudden change in temperature,e.g. when driving into a heated garage inwinter
Rif the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.Observe the notes on cleaning(Ypage 250)
Rif the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In thiscase, have the camera position and settingchecked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The field of vision and other functions of therear view camera may be restricted due toadditional accessories on the rear of the vehi-cle (e.g. license plate holder, bicycle rack).
On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis,leaving the standard height can result in inac-curacies in the guide lines, depending on tech-nical conditions.
iThe contrast of the display may be affec-ted by the sudden presence of sunlight orother light sources, e.g. when exiting agarage. Pay particular attention in this situa-tion.
iIf usability is severely restricted, e.g. dueto pixel errors, have the display repaired orreplaced.
iThe rear view camera is protected fromraindrops and dust by means of a flap. Whenthe rear view camera is activated, this flapopens.
The flap closes again when:
Ryou have finished the maneuvering proc-ess
Ryou switch off the engine
Ryou open the trunk
Observe the notes on cleaning(Ypage 250).
For technical reasons, the flap may remainopen briefly after the rear view camera hasbeen deactivated.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera
XTo activate:make sure that the SmartKeyis in positionHin the ignition lock.
XMake sure that theActivation by R gearActivation by R gearfunction is selected in the multimedia sys-tem; see the Digital Operator's Manual.
XEngage reverse gear.The rear view camera flap opens. The multi-media system shows the area behind thevehicle with guide lines.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
cator lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS classifiesthe occupant.
If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating cor-rectly.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Observe the additional information on OCS (Ypage 46).
Lights
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
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Check Left LowCheck Left LowBeamBeam(Example)
The corresponding bulb is faulty.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
or
XCheck whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself(Ypage 101).
LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding lamponly appears when all the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
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Active HeadlampsActive HeadlampsInoperativeInoperative
The active light function is faulty.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Malfunction SeeMalfunction SeeOperator's ManualOperator's Manual
The exterior lighting is malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Auto Lamp FunctionAuto Lamp FunctionInoperativeInoperative
The light sensor is defective.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Switch Off LightsSwitch Off Lights
The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warn-ing tone also sounds.
XTurn the light switch to positionX.
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XThoroughly hose down the vehicle with agentle jet of water.
XDo not point the water jet directly towardsthe air inlet or the edges of decorative foils.
XUse plenty of water and rinse out thesponge frequently.
XRinse the vehicle with clean water and drythoroughly with a chamois.
XDo not let the cleaning agent dry on thepaintwork or the decorative foils.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt assoon as possible when driving in winter.
Power washers
GWARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior dam-
age to the tires or chassis components.
Components damaged in this way may fail
unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
!Vehicles with decorative film: parts of yourvehicle are covered with decorative film.Maintain a distance of at least 27.5 in(70 cm) between the film-covered parts ofthe vehicle and the nozzle of the powerwasher.
Information about the correct distance isavailable from the equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around whencleaning your vehicle.
The water temperature of the power washermust not exceed 140 ‡ (60 †).
!Always maintain a distance of at least12 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and thepower washer nozzle. Information about thecorrect distance is available from the equip-ment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around whencleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
RTires
RDoor gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
RElectrical components
RBattery
RPlug-type couplings
RLight bulbs
RSeals
RTrim elements
RVentilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical componentscan lead to leaks or failures.
!If you clean the tank filler recess when it isopen, do not use a power washer. This cancause damage to the seals or other compo-nents.
Cleaning the paintwork
!Do not affix:
Rstickers
Rfilms
Rmagnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwisedamage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affectedby corrosion and damage caused by inade-quate care cannot always be completelyrepaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-cialist workshop.
XRemove dirt immediately, where possible,while avoiding rubbing too hard.
XSoak insect remains with insect removerand rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
XSoak bird droppings with water and rinse offthe treated areas afterwards.
XRemove tree resin, oils, fuels and greases byrubbing gently with a cloth soaked in petro-leum ether or lighter fluid
XRemove coolant and brake fluid with a moistcloth and clear water.
XUse tar remover to remove tar stains.
XUse silicone remover to remove wax.
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paintsurface, use the paint care products recom-mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Thisis the case approximately every three to fivemonths, depending on the climate conditionsand the care product used.
If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or ifthe paint has become dull, the paint cleanerrecommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz should be used.
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