Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 1993 Owner's Manual page 96

Engine Cleaning
Corrosion protection, such as
MB Anticorrosion Wax, should be
applied to the engine compartment
after every engine cleaning. Be-
fore applying, all control linkage
bushings should be lubricated.
The poly-V-belt and all pulleys
should be protected from any wax.
Car Washing
Before washing your vehicle,
remove insect residues. MB Insect
Remover is recommended. Do not
use hot water or wash your car in
direct sunlight. Use only a mild car
wash detergent, such as MB Auto-
shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the car with a
diffused jet of water. Direct only a
very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of
water and rinse the sponge and
chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and tho-
roughly wipe dry with a chamois.
Do not allow cleaning agents to
dry on the finish.
If the vehicle has been run
through an automatic car wash -
in particular one of the older
installations - rewipe the recessed
sections in the taillamps (designed
to prevent soiling) if necessary. No
solvents (fuels, thinners etc.) must
be used.
In the winter, thoroughly remove
all traces of road salt as soon as
possible.
When washing the underbody, do
not forget to clean the inner sides
of the wheels.
Note:
It is advisable to lock the trunk lid
before using an automatic car
wash. The wash brush could
inadvertently open the trunk lid.
Tar Stains
Quickly remove tar stains before
they dry and become more difficult
to remove. MB Tar Remover is
recommended.
Window Cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on
very dirty or oil-stained windows.
Wiper Blade
Clean the wiper blade rubber with
a clean cloth and detergent solu-
tion.
Replace blade twice a year; once
before and once after winter.
tieadlamp Cleaning System
The condition of the wiper blades
is important for satisfactory clean-
ing of the headlamp lenses. We
therefore recommend that the
blades be inspected regularly.
Replace damaged wiper blades.
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