Mercedes-Benz E-class, Operator'S Manual

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Pull cap 1 off by the tab.
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Refill washer fluid.
Cleaning and care
Information on washing the vehicle in a car
wash
& WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking effect after washing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced after washing
the vehicle.
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After the vehicle has been washed,
brake carefully while paying attention to
the traffic conditions until the braking
effect has been fully restored.
To avoid damage to your vehicle when using a
car wash, ensure the following beforehand:
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Distance Pilot DISTRONIC and the HOLD
function are switched off.
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The 360° Camera or the reversing camera is
switched off.
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The side windows and sliding sunroof are
completely closed.
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The blower for the ventilation/heating is
switched off.
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The windshield wiper switch is in position 0.
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In car washes with a towing mechanism: neu‐
tral i is engaged.
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The SmartKey is at a distance of at least
10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle, otherwise
the trunk lid could open unintentionally.
% If, after the car wash, you remove the wax
from the windshield and wiper rubber, this
will prevent smearing and reduce wiper
noise.
Notes on using high-pressure cleaning equip‐
ment
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WARNING Risk of accident when using
high-pressure cleaning equipment with
round-spray nozzles
The water jet from a round-spray nozzle (dirt
grinder) may cause damage to tires and sus‐
pension components that is not visible.
284 Maintenance and care