Mercedes-Benz 2008 CLS 550, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
Engine compartment
Washer system and headlamp cleaning
system*
The washer reservoir is located in the en-
gine compartment.
1
Cap for washer reservoir
Fluid for the washer system and the head-
lamp cleaning system is supplied from the
washer reservoir. It has a capacity of ap-
proximately 6.9 US qt (6.5 l).
During all seasons, add MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” to
water. Premix the washer fluid in a suitable
container.
왘
Use the tab to pull cap
1
upwards.
왘
Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”
and water (or commercially available
premixed washer solvent/antifreeze,
depending on ambient temperatures).
For more information, see “Windshield and
headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio”
(
컄
page 455).
Warning!
G
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma-
ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze
on hot engine parts, because it may ignite
and burn. You could be seriously burned.
!
Always use washer solvent/antifreeze
where temperatures may fall below freezing
point. Failure to do so could result in damage to
the washer system/reservoir.
!
Only use washer fluid which is suitable for
plastic lenses. Improper washer fluid can dam-
age the plastic lenses of the headlamps.