2011 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 126

124 Exterior lighting the headlamp range is set automatically depending on the distance between the vehicle and other road users. if you are driving at speeds above approximately 35 mph (55 km/h) and no other road users have been detected: the high-beam headlamps are switched on automatically. The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster also lights up. if you are driving at speeds below approximately 30 mph (45 km/h) and other road users have been detected or the roads are illuminated sufficiently: the high-beam headlamps are switched off automatically. The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster stays on. X To deactivate: move the combination switch back to its normal position. The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on: Rif Lights and windshield wipers an air bag is deployed vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of more than 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill. X To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :. All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a turn signal using the combination switch, only the turn signal lamp on the corresponding side of the vehicle will flash. X To switch off the hazard warning lamps: press button :. Rthe The hazard warning lamp switches off automatically after full brake application if the vehicle then reaches a speed above 6 mph (10 km/h) again. i The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off. Headlamp cleaning system The headlamps are cleaned automatically if the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is operated ten times while the lights are on and the engine is running (Y page 129). When you switch off the ignition, the automatic headlamp cleaning system is reset and counting is resumed from 0. High-beam flasher X To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine. X Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow =. Hazard warning lamps Cornering light function