Mercedes-Benz EQS 2023, Operator'S Manual

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Maintain a distance of at least 11.8 in (30 cm)
to the vehicle.
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Vehicles with decorative films: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative film.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in (70 cm)
between the film-covered parts of the vehicle
and the nozzle of the power washer. Move the
power washer nozzle around while cleaning.
The water temperature of the power washer
must not exceed 140°F (60°C).
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Observe the information on the correct dis-
tance in the equipment manufacturer's oper-
ating instructions.
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Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
directly at sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps,
electrical components, batteries, illuminants
or louvers.
Washing the vehicle by hand
Observe the relevant legal requirements (e.g. in
some countries, washing by hand is permitted
only in specially designated wash bays).
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Use a mild cleaning agent (e.g. car shampoo).
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Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water using a
soft car sponge. When doing so, do not
expose the vehicle to direct sunlight.
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Carefully hose the vehicle off with water and
dry using a chamois.
% Observe the notes on the care of car parts
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page 395).
Notes on paintwork/matt finish paintwork care
To avoid damaging the paintwork and interfering
with the driving assistance systems, please
observe the following notes:
Paint
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Insect remains: soak with insect remover and
rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
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Bird droppings: soak with water and rinse off
afterwards.
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Tree resin, oils, fuels and greases: remove by
rubbing gently with a cloth soaked in petro-
leum ether or lighter fluid.
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Coolant and brake fluid: remove with a damp
cloth and clean water.
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Tar stains: use tar remover.
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Wax: use silicone remover.
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Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi-
als. Have film attached to the bumper only at
a qualified specialist workshop.
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Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
Matt finish
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Use only care products approved for
Mercedes-Benz.
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Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi-
als. Have film attached to the bumper only at
a qualified specialist workshop.
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Do not polish the vehicle and alloy wheels.
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Use only car washes that correspond to the
latest engineering standards.
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Do not use any car wash program with a final
hot wax treatment.
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Do not use paint cleaners, buffing or polishing
products or gloss preservers, e.g. wax.
In the event of paintwork damage:
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Always have paintwork repairs carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
394 Maintenance and care