Light Functions

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Fig 1: Identifying Light Functions - V50

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The interior lighting is checked by the central electronic module (CEM). The interior lighting comes on when the vehicle is unlocked.

Further light functions are included in the central locking system:

approach lighting
approach lights.

Local lighting

Local lighting is activated using the remote control. The following light when activated:

interior lighting
parking lights
license plate lighting
door mirror lighting (option).

The default setting is for the lighting to be on for 30 seconds or until the key is turned in the ignition switch. This time can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

Approach lights

There is a function for approach lights as part of the lighting system. When the engine is off, the key is removed from the ignition and the dip switch is activated, the following lights:

low beam
parking lights
fog lamps
interior lighting.

The default setting for the lighting is 30 seconds. This time can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

Customer settings

The duration that the local lighting and approach lights are on can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

For information about customer adaptations, see DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS, CUSTOMER ADAPTATION