Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC, Operator'S Manual

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Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate spills out next to the filler
opening.
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Remove cap 1 by the tab, place on the edge
of the filler opening and engage in place.
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Add washer fluid.
Keeping the air-water duct free
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Keep the area between the hood and the
windshield free of deposits, e.g. ice, snow
and leaves.
Cleaning and care
Notes on washing the vehicle in a car wash
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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.
* NOTE Damage from automatic braking
If one of the following functions is switched
on, the vehicle brakes automatically in cer‐
tain situations:
R
Active Brake Assist
R
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
R
HOLD function
R
Active Parking Assist
To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate
these systems in the following or similar sit‐
uations:
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During towing
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In a car wash
* NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car
wash
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Before driving into a car wash make
sure that the car wash is suitable for
the vehicle dimensions.
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