Mercedes-Benz Actros 2017, Operating Instructions Manual

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Useful information
These Operating Instructions describe all the
models and standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle that were available at the time of
going to print. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
be equipped with all the functions described.
This also applies to safety-relevant systems and
functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (
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page 31).
Cleaning and care
Notes on care
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Environmental note
Only wash your vehicle at a wash bay
designed for this purpose. Dispose of empty
containers and used cleaning products in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Regular care helps to maintain the value of the
vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use
care products that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these care
products from any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
If you need to wash upper parts of the vehicle,
always use a suitable ladder or another non-slip
climbing aid.
Cleaning the interior
Cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner
! Observe the following points when wet
cleaning the vehicle interior:
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Never use a high-pressure cleaner.
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Make sure that no liquids enter or are left in
gaps or cavities.
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Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation
when cleaning.
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Make sure that the vehicle interior dries
completely after cleaning.
Cleaning the plastic trim
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WARNING
Care products and cleaning agents containing
solvents can cause surfaces in the cockpit to
become porous. This could result in plastic
parts breaking away when the airbags are
deployed. There is a danger of injury.
Do not use care products and cleaning agents
containing solvents to clean the cockpit.
! Do not affix the following to plastic surfaces:
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stickers
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films
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scented oil bottles or similar items
You could otherwise damage the plastic.
! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or
sunscreen to come in contact with the plastic
trim. This maintains the high-quality look of
the surfaces.
X Wipe the plastic trim and dashboard with a
damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfibre cloth.
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Heavy soiling: use a mild washing solution or
care and cleaning products recommended
and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the trim elements
!
Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, polishes
or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damag-
ing the surface.
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Clean the trim elements with a damp, lint-free
cloth, e.g. a microfibre cloth.
X Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod-
ucts recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the steering wheel and gear
lever
!
Avoid fluids coming into contact with the
steering wheel or the steering-wheel buttons,
especially if they contain sticky substances.
Operation of the steering-wheel buttons may
otherwise be affected, e.g. separate buttons
becoming stuck together.
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