Mercedes-Benz GLB 2023 Operator's Manual page 294

292 Maintenance and care
% The automatic car wash mode is automatically
deactivated as soon as a speed of 12 mph
(20 km/h) is exceeded.
Information on using a power washer
& WARNING Risk of an accident when using
power washers with round-spray nozzles
The water jet can cause externally invisible
damage.
Components damaged in this way may unex-
pectedly fail.
Do not use a power washer with round-
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spray nozzles.
Have damaged tires or chassis parts
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replaced immediately.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the fol-
lowing when using a power washer:
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.
Maintain a distance of at least 11.8 in (30 cm)
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to the vehicle.
Vehicles with decorative films: parts of your
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vehicle are covered with a decorative film.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in (70 cm)
between the film-covered parts of the vehicle
and the nozzle of the power washer. Move the
power washer nozzle around while cleaning.
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 equipment manufacturer's oper-
ating instructions.
Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
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directly at 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 294).
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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: