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To avoid an inaccurate measurement:
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Make sure the wheels are suitably posi-
tioned.
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In the case of perforated brake discs, do
not put the measuring pin on one of the
bores in the brake disc.
Cleaning and care
Information on washing the vehicle in a car wash
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WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking eect aer washing the
vehicle
The braking eect is reduced aer washing
the vehicle.
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Aer the vehicle has been washed, brake
carefully while paying attention to the
trac conditions until the braking eect
has been fully restored.
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NOTE Damage from automatic braking
If one of the following functions is activated,
the vehicle will brake automatically in certain
situations:
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Active Brake Assist
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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
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HOLD function
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Active Parking Assist
To avoid damage to the vehicle, switch o
these systems, e.g. when towing or using a car
wash.
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NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car wash
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Before driving into a car wash make sure
that the car wash is suitable for the vehi-
cle dimensions.
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Ensure there is sucient ground clear-
ance between the underbody and the
guide rails of the car wash.
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Ensure that the clearance width of the
car wash, in particular the width of the
guide rails, is sucient.
To avoid damage to your vehicle when using a car
wash, ensure the following beforehand:
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Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva-
ted.
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the HOLD function is switched o.
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the 360° Camera or the reversing camera is
switched o.
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the side windows and sliding sunroof are com-
pletely closed.
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the blower for the ventilation and heating is
switched o.
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the windshield wiper switch is in position g.
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the key is at a minimum distance of 10 (3 m)
away from the vehicle. Otherwise the trunk lid
could open unintentionally.
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for car washes with a conveyor system:
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Neutral i is engaged.
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