2003 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 144

Controls in detail Good visibility Good visibility Information on the windshield wipers ( page 48) and for setting the rear view mirrors ( page 39) is found in the "Getting started" section. Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror, antiglare position Tilt the mirror to the antiglare night position using the lever at its lower edge. Automatic antiglare rear view mirror* The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver's side and the inside rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on, and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the inside rear view mirror. The rear view mirror will not react if reverse gear is engaged the interior lighting is turned on Warning! Warning! G 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 allow 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. The automatic antiglare function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the inside rear view mirror. The inside rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver's side do not react, for example, if the rear window sunshade is in raised position. Glare can endanger you and others. Warning! G Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your inside rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. 144