Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible, Operator'S Manual

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Notes on cleaning and care of the soft top
Observe the following information:
Notes on cleaning and care Avoiding soft-top damage
Light soiling
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Clean the soft top when dry.
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Rinse with clean water.
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Never use gasoline, thinners, tar remover or stain remover
or other organic solvents.
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Remove bird droppings immediately, as they are corrosive
and can therefore cause the soft-top fabric to leak.
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Never use a high-pressure cleaner.
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Do not use sharp-edged equipment to remove ice and
snow.
Normal to heavy
soiling
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Clean the soft top with a brush and clean water.
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Clean stains and other dirt with a brush and soft-top
cleaning agents recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
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Always brush from front to back in the direction of the
fabric.
Frequent cleaning reduces the soft top's resist‐
ance to dirt. To restore the effect, clean the soft
top with the care products and cleaning agents
recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Incorrect cleaning and care, as well as aging,
can cause the soft-top seams to leak. Have the
soft-top seams sealed at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at your Mercedes-Benz service
center.
% Place a suitable cover over the soft top if you
plan to leave the vehicle outside for a long
period of time.
Cleaning AIRCAP
Cleaning the wind deflector
Requirements:
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The soft top is closed.
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Apply the electric parking brake manually.
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The ignition is switched on.
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