Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2005 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 168)

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Controls in detail
Good visibility
Auto-dimming mirror*
The reflection brightness of the exterior
rear view mirrors and the interior rear view
mirror will respond automatically to glare
when
ț ignition is switched on
and
ț incoming light from headlamps falls on
the sensor in the interior rear view
mirror
The rear view mirrors will not react if
ț reverse gear R is engaged
ț interior lighting is switched on
Warning!
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The auto-dimming function does not react if
incoming light is not aimed directly at sen-
sors in the interior rear view mirror.
The interior rear view mirror and the exterior
rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not
react, for example, if the wind screen is in-
stalled.
Glare can endanger you and others.
Warning!
G
In the case of an accident, liquid electrolyte
may escape from 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 the respiratory sys-
tem. In case it does, immediately flush af-
fected 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.