Mirrors:adjusting, Mirrors – Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2006 Owners Manual User Manual
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Getting started
Adjusting
The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is
located on the lower left of the steering
column.
1 Adjusting steering column, in or out
2 Adjusting steering column, up or down
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Switch on the ignition (
or
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Open the driver’s door.
Adjusting steering column in or out
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Move stalk forward or back in direction
of arrow
1 until a comfortable steer-
ing wheel position is reached with your
arms slightly bent at the elbow.
Adjusting steering column up or down
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Move stalk up or down in direction of
arrow
2.
Make sure your legs can move freely
and that all displays (including malfunc-
tion and indicator lamps) on the instru-
ment cluster are clearly visible.
Mirrors
Adjust the interior and exterior rear view
mirrors before driving so that you have a
good view of the road and traffic condi-
tions.
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The memory function (
you store the settings for the steering
wheel column together with the set-
tings for seat positions and the exterior
rear view mirrors.
Warning!
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In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass
breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not al-
low the liquid to come into contact with
eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system.
In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.
!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact
with the vehicle paint finish can only be
completely removed while in their
liquid state and by applying plenty of
water.