Paint - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Metris Operator's Manual

Care
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This will prevent smears and reduce wiping
noises caused by residue on the windshield.
on vehicles with rear doors, from the rear view
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camera lens in the top of the license plate
molding ( page 258)
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Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements of the country
you are currently in when washing by hand.
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
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vehicle in direct sunlight.
Use a soft car sponge.
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Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. a Mercedes-
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Benz approved car shampoo.
Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
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tle jet of water.
Do not point the water jet directly towards the
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air inlets.
Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
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frequently.
Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
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thoroughly with a chamois.
Do not let the cleaning agents dry on the
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paintwork.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
Power washers
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WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
!
Under no circumstances use power washers
in the vehicle interior. The pressurized water
and associated spray produced by the power
washer could cause extensive damage to the
vehicle.
!
When using high-pressure cleaning equip-
ment, maintain a minimum distance of
approx. 1 ft (30 cm) between the spray nozzle
and the vehicle parts. Do not use a power
washer with a round-jet nozzle. You could
damage the vehicle or engine parts.
!
Keep the water jet moving constantly while
cleaning. This will avoid causing damage to
the vehicle.
Do not point the water jet at:
door joints
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rear view camera
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air bellows
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brake hoses
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wheel balance weights
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electrical components
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electrical connections
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seals
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drive train, especially not at the intermedi-
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ate bearing of the propeller shaft
Cleaning the engine
!
Water must not enter intake or ventilation
openings. When cleaning with high pressure
water or steam cleaners, the spray must not
be aimed directly at electrical components or
the terminals of electrical lines.
Preserve the engine after the engine has been
cleaned. Protect the belt drive system from
exposure to the preservative agent.
Also observe the information under "Power
washers" ( page 256).
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Cleaning the paintwork
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Do not affix:
stickers
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films
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magnetic plates or similar items
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to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by
corrosion and damage caused by inadequate
care cannot always be completely repaired. In
such cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop.