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switched off. Remove antenna and

external accessories such as roof

racks etc.

If you wash your vehicle by hand,

make sure that the insides of the

wheel housings are also thoroughly

rinsed out.

Clean edges and folds on opened

doors and the bonnet as well as the

areas they cover.

Clean bright metal mouldings with a

cleaning solution approved for

aluminium to avoid damages.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

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Exterior care

Exterior lights

Locks

Headlight and other light covers are

made of plastic. Do not use any

abrasive or caustic agents, do not use

an ice scraper, and do not clean them

dry.

The locks are lubricated at the factory

using a high quality lock cylinder

grease. Use a de-icing agent only

when absolutely necessary, as this

has a degreasing effect and impairs

lock function. After using a de-icing

agent, have the locks regreased by a

workshop.

Polishing and waxing

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

has become dull or if solid deposits

have become attached to it.

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

Washing

The paintwork of your vehicle is

exposed to environmental influences.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of 4 to 9.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

Windows and wiper blades

Switch off wipers before handling in

their areas.

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner

and insect remover.

When cleaning the rear window from

inside, always wipe in parallel to the

heating element to prevent damage.

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

cause paint damage.

If using a vehicle wash, comply with

the vehicle wash manufacturer's

instructions. The windscreen wiper

and rear window wiper must be

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

separate leathers for painted and

glass surfaces: remnants of wax on

the windows will impair vision.

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For mechanical removal of ice, use a

sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the

scraper firmly against the glass so

that no dirt can get under it and

scratch the glass.

Clean smearing wiper blades with a

soft cloth and window cleaner. Also

make sure to remove any residues

such as wax, insect residues and

similar from the window.

Underbody

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

Only clean the vehicle interior,

protective wax coating.

including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

interior cleaner.

After the underbody is washed, check

the underbody and have it waxed if

necessary.

Bitumen / rubber materials could

damage the PVC coating. Have

underbody work carried out by a

workshop.

Before and after winter, wash the

underbody and have the protective

wax coating checked.

Clean the leather upholstery with

clear water and a soft cloth. In case of

heavy soiling, use leather care.

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the displays should only be cleaned

using a soft damp cloth. If necessary

use a weak soap solution.

Clean the inside of the windscreen as

needed to remove any dirt or film that

could reduce the sharpness or clarity

of the head-up image.

Clean the head-up display lens in the

instrument panel with a soft cloth

sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the

lens gently, then dry it.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

Paintwork damage

Clean fabric upholstery with a

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

Rectify minor paintwork damage with

a touch-up pen before rust forms.

Have more extensive damage or rust

areas repaired by a workshop.

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Clothing fabrics may not be

Inserting and removing the floor

mats

The driver side floor mat is held in

place by two retainers.

Floor mats

colourfast. This could cause visible

discolourations, especially on light-

coloured upholstery. Removable

stains and discolourations should be

cleaned as soon as possible.

9 Warning

If a floor mat has the wrong size or

is not properly installed, it can

interfere with pedals, what can

cause unintended acceleration or

increased stopping distance which

can cause a crash and injury.

To install the floor mat:

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

1. Move the seat backwards as far

as possible.

Caution

Close Velcro fasteners as open

Velcro fasteners on clothing could

damage seat upholstery.

The same applies to clothing with

sharp-edged objects, like zips or

belts or studded jeans.

Use the following guidelines for

proper floor mat usage.

●

The original equipment floor mats

were designed for this vehicle. If

the floor mats need to be

replaced, it is recommended to

buy certified floor mats which fit

properly and are fixed by the

retainers on the driver side.

Plastic and rubber parts

Plastic and rubber parts can be

cleaned with the same cleaner as

used to clean the body. Use interior

cleaner if necessary. Do not use any

other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol

in particular. Do not use high-

pressure jet cleaners.

Always check that the floor mats

do not interfere with the pedals.

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

3. Push the mat to the floor.

●

Use the floor mat with the correct

side up. Do not turn it over.

Do not place anything on top of

the driver side floor mat.

Use only a single floor mat on the

driver side.

Removing

1. Move the seat backwards as far

as possible.

2. Remove the mat.

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