SMART FORTWO CABRIO Operating Instructions Manual page 222

Care notes
Washing the car
Accident risk!
After washing the car, the brakes
may still be wet and thus their func
tionality impaired. Therefore, when
you start off, brake lightly several
times without endangering traffic.
220 Part time jobs
Things you should watch out for before
washing your car!
Remove caked on grime such as
dead insects, bird droppings and
tree resins,
oils, grease, fuel and tar.
Do not aim the high pressure cleaner
directly at the vehicle's seals.
Insects, removing
Remove insects before you start to wash
the car.
Use the smartcare insect remover
spray.
After this, allow the insect remover to
work itself in for a few minutes.
Rub it in lightly with a damp cloth or
sponge.
Rinse off thoroughly with a generous
supply of water.
Apply hard wax to the cleansed surface.