Notes on changing the lights when driving abroad
Low beam
In countries in which traffic drives on the opposite side of the road from the country in which the vehicle is registered, you will have to switch the headlamps to symmetrical dipped beam. This will prevent oncoming traffic from being dazzled. Symmetrical dipped beam will no longer illuminate the edge of the carriageway as far or as high.
Vehicles with halogen headlamps:
It is not necessary to change the headlamps over to symmetrical dipped beam. The statutory requirements of the countries in which traffic drives on the opposite side of the road from the country in which the vehicle is registered will also be met without changing over.
Vehicles with LED headlamps:
You can set the low beam for driving on the right or left via the on-board computer More.
Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tyres
WARNING Risk of injury due to damaged tyres
Damaged tyres can cause tyre pressure loss.
Check the tyres regularly for signs of damage and replace any damaged tyres immediately.
Check the wheels and tyres of your vehicle for damage regularly, i.e. at least every two weeks, as well as after driving off-road or on rough roads. Damaged wheels can lead to a loss of tyre pressure.
Look out for the following types of damage, for example:
cuts in the tyres
punctures in the tyres
tears in the tyres
bulges on tyres
deformation or severe corrosion on wheels
WARNING Risk of aquaplaning due to insufficient tyre tread
Insufficient tyre tread will result in reduced tyre grip.
The risk of aquaplaning is increased on wet roads, especially when the speed of the vehicle is not adapted to suit the conditions.
Thus, you should regularly check the tread depth and the condition of the tread across the entire width of all tyres.
Minimum tread depth for:
Summer tyres: 3 mm
M+S tyres: 4 mm
For safety reasons, replace the tyres before the legally-prescribed limit for the minimum tread depth is reached.
Conduct the following checks regularly on all wheels, at least once a month or as required, e.g. before a long journey or when driving off-road:
check the tyre pressure More
check the valve caps
Valves must be protected from moisture and dirt with valve caps specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
visually inspect the tread depth and the tyre tread across the whole tyre width
The minimum tread depth for summer tyres is 3 mm and for winter tyres 4 mm.
Removing the warning triangle
The warning triangle is located in the stowage compartment in the driver's door.
Take the warning triangle out of the stowage compartment.
Removing the first-aid kit (soft sided)
The first-aid kit (soft sided) is located in the stowage compartment in the co-driver door.
Remove first-aid (soft sided) kit from the stowage compartment.
Check the expiry date on the first-aid kit (soft sided) at least once a year. Replace any expired or missing contents.
Observe the legal requirements of the country in which you are currently driving.