Mercedes-Benz 500 SL Owner's Manual page 137

Steering Wheel and Gear Selector
Lever
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry
thoroughly or clean with MB Leather
Cleaner.
Instrument Cluster
Use a gentle dish-washing detergent or
mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a
washing solution. Wipe with a cloth
moistened in lukewarm solution. Do
not use scouring agents.
Upholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or
wearing clothing that have the
tendency to give off coloring (e.g.
when wet etc.) may cause the
upholstery to become permanently
discolored. By lining the seats with a
proper intermediate cover, contact-
discoloration will be prevented.
Wipe leather upholstery with a damp
cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with
MB Leather Cleaner. Exercise
particular care when cleaning
perforated leather as its underside
should not become wet.
Plastic Parts, Headliner and
Rubber Parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.
See separate subject for additional
information.
Paintwork, Painted Body
Components
Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care
should be applied when water drops on
the paint surface do not "bead up";
normally in 3 to 5 months depending
on climate and washing detergent used.
Mercedes-Benz approved Paint
Cleaner should be applied if paint
surface shows signs of dirt embedding
(i.e. loss of gloss).
Do not apply any of these products or
wax if your car is parked in the sun or
if the hood is still hot.
Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up
Stick for quick and provisional repairs
of minor paint damage (i.e. chips
from stones, car doors etc.).
Hard Plastic Trim Items
Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior
Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply
with light pressure.
Light Alloy Wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care
should be used for regular cleaning of
the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week
with Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel
Care, using a soft bristle brush and a
strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning materials.
The acid could lead to corrosion.
Ornamental Moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very
dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome
cleaner.
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