2002 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 148

Daytime running lamp mode Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. In low ambient light conditions the parking lamps will also switch on. • Canada only: When shifting from a driving position to position "N" or "P", the low beam switches off (3 minutes delay). For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position B to permit activation of the high beam headlamps. • USA only: The high beam headlamps can also be activated when driving with the daytime running lamp mode activated and exterior lamp switch in position M. To activate the daytime running lamp mode, see the individual setting menu "LIGHTING" - "LIGHT CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE" on page 128. Note: See page 143 for notes on the exterior lamp switch. Exterior lamp switch Instruments and controls Operation Driving 145 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index