Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual page 203

washer and the associated spray could cause
considerable damage to the vehicle.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the fol‐
lowing when using a power washer:
maintain a minimum distance of 11.8 in
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(30 cm) to the vehicle when using 25° flat-
spray nozzles and dirt grinders or 27.6 in
(70 cm) when using round-spray nozzles and
observe the information in the equipment
manufacturer's operating instructions.
do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
R
directly at sensitive parts such as tires, slits,
electrical components, batteries, light bulbs
and ventilation slits.
maintain a minimum distance of 19.7 in
R
(50 cm) for a rear view camera.
Washing the vehicle by hand
Observe the legal requirements, for example in
many countries washing by hand is only allowed
at specially designated wash bays. In this case,
make sure that a specially designated wash bay is
used for washing by hand.
Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo.
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Maintenance and care 201
Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water and a
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soft car sponge. When doing so, do not
expose the vehicle to direct sunlight.
Carefully spray the vehicle with water and dry
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off with a leather cloth. Be careful not to
point the water jet directly towards the air
inlet grilles. The blower should be switched
off while doing so.
Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint‐
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work.
At the onset of winter, remove all traces of road
salt deposits carefully and as soon as possible.
Notes on care of paint and matte finish
* NOTE Paintwork damage and corrosion
due to inadequate care
Failure to promptly and thoroughly remove
dirt from bird droppings or other residue
could result in paintwork damage and corro‐
sion at a later date.
Clean dirt off paint and matte finish
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thoroughly and as soon as possible.