Adaptive Headlights

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The Adaptive Headlight is available as optional equipment. The Adaptive Headlight is basically a bi-xenon headlight that can tilt along a horizontal and vertical axis and is part of both the low-beam headlight and high-beam headlight function. The Adaptive Headlight feature allows the headlights to turn into the direction of the driving area while cornering. Using the automatic headlight beam throw adjustment ensures optimum adaptation in every driving situation. The headlights swivel angle is continuously adjusted for the duration of cornering. This enhanced illumination during cornering improves visibility for the driver. The following preconditions must be satisfied before the Adaptive Headlight can be activated automatically:

Light switch in "AUTO Position"
"Terminal 15 on"

The enhanced illumination during cornering provides:

Safe cornering with rapid recognition of potential obstacles
improved perception of the immediate environment
Preventing accidents

The Adaptive Headlight's electronics componentry facilitates rapid reaction to current driving situation. The system is controlled electronically and thus less susceptible to malfunctions than a purely mechanical system. The electronics can also activate an emergency program.