Mercedes-Benz 2008 SLK-Class, Owner'S Manual

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Care
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Calling up the service due date
Use the buttons on the multi-function steer-
ing wheel.
X
Switch on the ignition.
X
Press è or ÿ to select the Basic
display menu (
Y
page 95).
X
Press the j or k button to select the
service information.
The
9 service symbol and the service
due date are displayed.
Care
Notes on care
Regular and proper care maintains the value
of your vehicle.
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It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care
products.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop immediately, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Repair damage caused by loose chippings
and remove the following substances imme-
diately, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard:
R
Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off afterwards.
R
Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off afterwards.
R
Remove tree resin, oils, fuels and greases
by rubbing gently with a cloth soaked in
petroleum ether or lighter fluid.
R
Use silicone remover to remove wax.
R
Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
H Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging, cleaning
cloths and polishing wads in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
!
Do not affix:
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stickers
R
films
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magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces, otherwise you could
damage the paintwork.
Vehicle care
!
Do not park the vehicle for a long period
of time directly after cleaning, especially if
the wheels have just been cleaned with a
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
rapid corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. After cleaning, park
the vehicle when it is at normal operating
temperature.
Automatic car wash
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
Operation
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