Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. Operator's Manual.

Good visibility
For information on the windshield wipers,
see ( page 54) and adjusting the mirrors,
see ( page 44).
Headlamp cleaning system
The switch is located on the left side of the
dashboard.
1 To clean the headlamps
Switch on the ignition ( page 40).
Press switch 1.
The headlamps are cleaned with a
high-pressure water jet.
For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Windshield washer system
and headlamp cleaning system”
( page 252).
Rear view mirrors
For more information on setting the rear
view mirrors, see “Mirrors” ( page 44).
Auto-dimming mirror
The reflection brightness of the interior
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 interior rear view
mirror.
The rear view mirror will not react if
reverse gear R is engaged
the interior lighting is turned on
Controls in detail
Good visibility
Warning! G
The auto-dimming function does not react if
incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors
in the interior rear view mirror.
Glare can endanger you and others.
Warning! G
In 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.
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