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transmission selects park position P auto-
matically and locks the wheels.
Observe the following to make sure that the
automatic transmission stays in position N:
Make sure the vehicle is stationary and the
X
ignition is switched off.
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock
X
(
page 158).
Y
Use the key instead of the Start/Stop button
on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO.
Depress the brake pedal and keep it
X
depressed.
Shift the automatic transmission to position
X
N.
Release the brake pedal.
X
Release the electric parking brake.
X
Switch off the ignition and leave the key in the
X
ignition lock.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehicle
in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off wax
from the windscreen and the wiper blades. This
will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises
caused by residue on the windscreen.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements for each indi-
vidual country.
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
X
vehicle in direct sunlight.
Use a soft sponge to clean.
X
Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
X
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
X
tle jet of water.
Do not point the water jet directly towards the
X
air inlets.
Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
X
frequently.
Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
X
thoroughly with a chamois.
Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint-
X
work.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
High-pressure cleaning equipment
G
WARNING
The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind-
ers) can cause damage not visible from the
outside to tyres or chassis components. Com-
ponents damaged in this way can unexpect-
edly fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu-
lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have dam-
aged tyres or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!
Always maintain a distance of at least 30 cm
between the vehicle and the high-pressure
cleaner nozzle. Information about the correct
distance is available from the equipment
manufacturer.
Move the high-pressure cleaner nozzle
around when cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
tyres
R
door gaps, roof gaps, joints etc.
R
electrical components
R
battery
R
connectors
R
lights
R
seals
R
trim elements
R
ventilation slots
R
Damaged seals or electrical components can
lead to leaks or failures.
Cleaning the paintwork
!
Do not affix:
stickers
R
films
R
magnetic plates or similar items
R
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.
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