Make sure that the exterior mirrors are fully
folded out again and that any aerials are refit-
ted when you leave the automatic car wash.
!
If the windscreen wipers leave smears on
the windscreen after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this may be
due to wax or other residue. Clean the wind-
screen with washer fluid after an automatic
car wash.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the
following before using a car wash:
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the 360° camera or the reversing camera is
deactivated.
R
the side windows and the rear sliding window
are completely closed.
R
the blower for ventilation and heating is
switched off.
R
the windscreen wiper switch is in position
g
.
R
for car washes with a towing system: neutral
i
is engaged.
i
Removing the wax from the windscreen and
the wiper blades after washing the car, will
help avoid smearing and reduce wiper noise.
Notes on use of a high-pressure
cleaner
G
WARNING
The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind-
ers) can cause damage not visible from the
outside to tyres or chassis components. Com-
ponents damaged in this way can unexpect-
edly fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu-
lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have dam-
aged tyres or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!
Never use a high-pressure cleaner in the
vehicle interior. The pressurised water cre-
ated by the high-pressure cleaner and the
associated spray could cause considerable
damage to the vehicle.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the
following when using a high-pressure cleaner:
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Maintain a minimum distance of 30 cm to the
vehicle and observe the information in the
equipment manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions.
R
Do not direct the nozzle of the high-pressure
cleaner directly at sensitive parts such as
tyres, gaps, electrical components, batteries,
light bulbs and ventilation slots.
Washing the vehicle by hand
Observe the legal requirements, for example in
many countries hand washing is only allowed at
specially designated washing places.
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Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo.
X
Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water and a
soft car sponge. When doing so, do not
expose the vehicle to direct sunlight.
X
Carefully spray the vehicle with water and dry
off with a leather cloth. Be careful not to point
the water jet directly towards the air inlet.
Notes on care of paint and matt finish
!
Do not affix:
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stickers
R
films
R
magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by
corrosion and damage caused by improper care
cannot always be completely repaired. In such
cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Paint
X
Remove dirt immediately, where possible,
whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.
X
Soak insect remains with insect remover and
then wash off.
X
Soak bird droppings with water and then wash
off.
X
Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin, oils,
fuels, AdBlue
®
and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
X
Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
X
Use silicone remover to remove wax.
Matt finish
X
Wash the vehicle by hand if possible using a
soft sponge, car shampoo and a lot of water.
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