Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe 2023 Operator's Manual page 327

To avoid damage to your vehicle when using a
power washer, ensure the following:
The key is at a minimum distance of 10 ft
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(3 m) away from the vehicle. Otherwise, the
tailgate could open unintentionally.
Keep a minimum distance of 11.8 in (30 cm)
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from the vehicle.
Vehicles with decorative foil: parts of your
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vehicle are covered with decorative foil. Main-
tain a minimum distance of at least 27.6 in
(70 cm) between the foiled parts of the vehi-
cle and the nozzle of power washer. Move the
power washer nozzle around when cleaning
your vehicle. 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 operating instructions of the
equipment manufacturer.
Do not point the nozzle of the power washer
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directly at any sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps,
electrical components, batteries, illuminants
or louvers.
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 relevant legal requirements (e.g. in
some countries, washing by hand is permitted
only 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 a
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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 car parts
( page 327).
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Notes on paintwork/matt finish paintwork care
To avoid damaging the paintwork and interfering
with the driving assistance systems, please
observe the following notes:
Maintenance and care 325
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 materi-
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als. Have film attached to the bumper only at
a qualified specialist workshop.
Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
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Matt finish
Use only care products approved for
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Mercedes-Benz.
Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi-
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als. Have film attached to the bumper only at
a qualified specialist workshop.