Power Washers - Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS CABRIOLET Operator's Manual

Care
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After using an automatic car wash, wipe off wax
from the windshield and the wiper blades. This
will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises
caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each country.
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
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vehicle in direct sunlight.
Use a soft sponge to clean.
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Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
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shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
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 inlet.
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 agent dry on the paint-
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work.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.

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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.
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Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the equip-
ment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
Tires
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Door gaps, joints etc.
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Soft top
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Wind deflector net
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Electrical components
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Battery
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Connectors
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Lamps
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Seals
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Trim elements
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Ventilation slots
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Damaged seals or electrical components can
lead to leaks or failures.
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Vehicles with decorative film: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative film.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.5 in (70 cm)
between the parts of the vehicle covered with
the film and the nozzle of the high pressure
cleaner.
Information about the correct distance is
available from the equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
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.
Remove dirt immediately, where possible,
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while avoiding rubbing too hard.
Soak insect remains with insect remover and
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rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
Soak bird droppings with water and rinse off
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the treated areas afterwards.
Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin, oils,
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fuels and greases by rubbing gently with a
cloth soaked in petroleum ether or lighter
fluid.