To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the fol-
lowing when using a power washer:
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The key is at a minimum distance of 10 ft
(3 m) away from the vehicle. Otherwise the
tailgate could open unintentionally.
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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 foil: Parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative foil.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in (70 cm)
between the foil-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 opera-
tor manual.
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Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
directly at sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps,
electrical component parts, batteries, lighting
and louvers.
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NOTE Engine damage due to water ingress
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Take care not to point the water jet
directly towards the air inlet grille below
the hood.
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.
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Observe the notes on the care of vehicle
parts (
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page 350).
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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