Mercedes-Benz C 230 1998 Owner's Manual page 133

Paintwork, Painted Body
Com ponents
M ercedes-Benz approved Paint
Care should be applied when w ater
drops on the paint surface do not
"bead up" ; norm ally in 3 to 5
months, depending on clim ate and
washing detergent used.
M ercedes-Benz approved Paint
Cleaner should be applied if paint
surface show s signs of dirt e m bed­
ding (i.e. loss of gloss).
Do not apply any of these products
or wax if yo ur car is parked in the
sun or if the hood is still hot. Use
the appropriate M B-Touch-U p Stick
for quick and provisional repairs of
m inor paint dam age (i.e. chips from
stones, car doors etc.).
Light Alloy W heels
M ercedes-Benz approved W heel
Care should be used for regular
cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean w heels once a
w eek with M ercedes-Benz ap­
proved W heel Care, using a soft
bristle brush and a strong spray of
water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning
m aterials. The acid could lead to
corrosion.
Ornam ental M oldings
For regular cleaning and care of
very dirty chrom e-plated parts, use
a chrom e cleaner.