Reversing camera

General notes

Reversing camera in the tailgate handle The reversing camera 1 is an optical parking aid system. It allows you to see the area behind the vehicle on the audio/COMAND display, represented by guide lines.

The image of the area behind the vehicle is reversed, as in the interior rearview mirror.

Important safety notes

WARNING

Make sure that no people or animals are in the maneuvering area. Otherwise, they could be injured.

The reversing camera is only a support system. It may display a distorted or incorrect view of obstacles or not display them at all. It cannot replace your attentiveness. The camera cannot detect objects that are

• very close to the rear bumper
• under the rear bumper
• in the immediate vicinity, above the recessed tailgate handle

You are solely responsible for safety and must continue to monitor your immediate surroundings when maneuvering. This applies to areas at the rear, front and sides of the vehicle. Otherwise, you could expose yourself or others to danger.

The reversing camera does not work or works only to a limited extent when

• the tailgate is open
• it is raining or snowing very heavily or there is fog
• it is dark or you are in a very dark place
• the camera is exposed to very bright light
• the surroundings are lit by fluorescent lighting, for example fluorescent tubes or LED lighting (the image may flicker)
• the temperature changes suddenly, for example in winter when you enter a heated garage
• the camera lens is dirty or covered
• the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this case, have the position and adjustment of the camera checked by a qualified workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you contact your Mercedes-Benz Service Center for this.

In this case, do not use the reversing camera. Otherwise, you could injure someone or damage objects and the vehicle during parking maneuvers.

Activating and deactivating the reversing camera

• Activation: make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
• Make sure the function