Gear Or Selector Lever; Plastic Trim; Seat Cover; Steering Wheel - Mercedes-Benz SLK Operator's Manual

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These may damage the display surface. Do
not put pressure on the display surface
when cleaning. This could lead to
irreparable damage to the display.
Before cleaning the display, make sure that
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it is switched off and has cooled down.
Clean the display surface using a
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commercially available microfiber cloth
and TFT/LCD display cleaner.
Dry the display surface using a dry
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microfiber cloth.
Cleaning the plastic trim
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WARNING
When cleaning the steering wheel boss and
dashboard, do not use cockpit sprays or
cleaning agents containing solvents. Cleaning
agents containing solvents cause the surface
to become porous, and as a result, plastic
parts may break away and be thrown around
the interior when an air bag is deployed, which
may result in severe injuries.
! Do not affix the following to plastic
surfaces:
stickers
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films
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scented oil bottles or similar items
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You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent
or sunscreen to come into contact with the
plastic trim. This maintains the high-quality
look of the surfaces.
Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
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cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
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products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
The surface may change color temporarily.
Wait until the surface is dry again.
Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or
selector lever
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use
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leather care agents that have been
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Cleaning genuine wood and trim
elements
! Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners,
polishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk
of damaging the surface.
! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.
The trim pieces have a chrome look but are
mostly made of anodized aluminum and
can lose their shine if chrome polish is
used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead
when cleaning the trim pieces.
If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very
dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you
are unsure as to whether the trim pieces
are chrome-plated or not, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with
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a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber
cloth.
Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
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products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the seat covers
! Observe the following when cleaning:
clean genuine leather covers carefully
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with a damp cloth and then wipe the
covers down with a dry cloth. Make sure
that the leather does not become
soaked. It may otherwise become rough
and cracked. Only use leather care
agents that have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can