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if there is a sudden change in temperature,
e.g. when driving into a heated garage in win-
ter
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if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.
Observe the notes on cleaning
(Y page 309)
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if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this
case, have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
The field of vision and other functions of the rear
view camera may be restricted due to additional
accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
license plate holder, rear bicycle rack).
The rear view camera is protected from rain-
drops and dust by means of a flap. When the rear
view camera is activated, this flap opens.
The flap closes again when:
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you have finished the maneuvering process
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you switch off the engine
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you open the cargo compartment
Observe the notes on cleaning (Y page 309).
For technical reasons, the flap may remain open
briefly after the rear view camera has been
deactivated.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera
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To activate: make sure that the Activa‐Activa‐
tion by R geartion by R gear function is selected in the
multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's
Manual).
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Engage reverse gear.
The rear view camera flap opens. The multi-
media system shows the area behind the vehi-
cle with guide lines.
The image from the rear view camera is avail-
able throughout the maneuvering process.
X
To switch the function mode for vehicles
with trailer tow hitch: using the controller,
select symbol : for the "Reverse parking"
function or symbol ; for "Coupling up a
trailer".
The symbol of the selected function is high-
lighted.
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To deactivate: shift the transmission to posi-
tion j.
or
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Drive forwards at a speed greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h).
Multimedia display
The rear view camera may show a distorted view
of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
The rear view camera does not show objects in
the following positions:
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very close to the rear bumper
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under the rear bumper
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in the area immediately above the tailgate
handle
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Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.:
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the bumper of a parked vehicle
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the drawbar of a trailer
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the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch
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the rear section of an HGV
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a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bottom-
most guideline.
Driving systems
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Driving and parking
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