Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2021 Operator's Manual page 262

260 Maintenance and care
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 whilst
cleaning. The water temperature of the
power washer must not exceed 140°F
(60°C).
Observe the information on the correct dis‐
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tance in the implement manufacturer's oper‐
ating instructions.
Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
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directly at sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps,
electrical components, batteries, light sour‐
ces and ventilation slits.
Washing the vehicle by hand
* NOTE Engine damage due to water
ingress
Take care not to point the water jet
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directly towards the air inlet grille below
the hood.
Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number
of countries, washing by hand is only permitted
in specially designated wash bays.
Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo.
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Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water using
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a soft car sponge. When doing so, do not
expose the vehicle to direct sunlight.
Carefully hose the vehicle off with water and
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dry using a chamois.
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Observe the notes on the care of vehicle
parts ( page 261).
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Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork
care
Observe the notes on cleaning and care to avoid
damaging the paintwork.
Paint
Insect remains: soak with insect remover and
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rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
Bird droppings: soak with water and rinse off
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afterwards.
Tree resin, oils, fuels and greases: remove by
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rubbing gently with a cloth soaked in petro‐
leum ether or lighter fluid.
Coolant and brake fluid: remove with a damp
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cloth and clean water.
Tar stains: use tar remover.
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Wax: use silicone remover.
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Do not attach stickers, films or similar mate‐
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rials.
Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
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Matte finish
Only use care products approved for
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Mercedes-Benz.
Do not polish the vehicle and alloy wheels.
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Only use car washes that correspond to the
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latest engineering standards.
Do not use car wash programs with a final
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hot wax treatment.
Do not use paint cleaners, buffing or polish‐
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ing products, gloss preservers, e.g. wax.
Always have paintwork repairs carried out at
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a qualified specialist workshop.