*
NOTE Damage caused by the use of a
high-pressure cleaner in the vehicle inte-
rior
The pressurised water created by the high-
pressure cleaner and the associated spray
could cause considerable damage to the vehi-
cle.
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Never use a high-pressure cleaner in the
vehicle interior.
Washing the engine
*
NOTE Damage and malfunctions due to
washing the engine
#
To prevent damage and malfunctions of
the drive system, observe the following
points:
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when using high-pressure or steam
cleaners, do not point the water jet
directly at electrical components and
the end of electric cables.
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make sure that no water enters the
vent and ventilation openings.
R
preserve the drive system after wash-
ing the engine.
R
protect the belt drive from preserva-
tion agents.
Washing the vehicle by hand
Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number
of countries, washing by hand is only permitted in
specially designated wash bays.
#
Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water and a
soft car sponge. When doing so, do not expose
the vehicle to direct sunlight.
#
Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz approved car shampoo.
#
Carefully spray the vehicle with water and dry
off with a leather cloth. Do not point the water
jet directly into the air inlet grille.
When operating the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as soon
as possible.
Notes on care of paint and matt finish
*
NOTE Paintwork damage and corrosion
due to inadequate care
Failure to promptly and thoroughly remove dirt
from bird droppings or other residue could
result in paintwork damage and corrosion at a
later date.
#
Clean dirt off paint and matt finish thor-
oughly and as soon as possible.
Observe the notes on cleaning and care to avoid
paintwork damage.
Paint
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Insect remains: soak with insect remover and
then wash off.
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Bird droppings: soak with water and then wash
off.
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Tree resin, oils and greases: remove by rubbing
gently with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether
or lighter fluid.
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Coolant and brake fluid: remove with a moist
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 affix stickers, films or similar.
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Remove dirt as soon as possible.
Matt finish
R
Only use care products approved for
Mercedes-Benz.
R
Do not polish the vehicle and light-alloy
wheels.
R
Use only automatic car washes that meet cur-
rent technological standards.
R
Do not use a wash program that ends with a
hot wax treatment in automatic car washes.
R
Do not use paint cleaners, buffing or polishing
products, or gloss preservers, e.g. wax.
R
Always have paintwork repairs carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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