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Caution

If using a vehicle wash, comply with

the vehicle wash manufacturer's

instructions. The windscreen wiper

and rear window wiper must be

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.

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Exterior care

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

Locks

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.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap with the upper flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

Washing

The paintwork of your vehicle is

exposed to environmental influences.

Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.

When using automatic vehicle

washes, select a programme that

includes waxing.

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

cause paint damage.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of four to nine.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

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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.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Windows and windscreen 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.

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.

Remove dirt residues from smearing

wiper blades by using a soft cloth and

window cleaner. Also make sure to

remove any residues such as wax,

insect residues and similar from the

window.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Sunroof

Never clean with solvents or abrasive

agents, fuels, aggressive media

(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-

containing solutions etc.), acidic or

highly alkaline media or abrasive

pads. Do not apply wax or polishing

agents to the sunroof.

Exterior lights

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

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.

Polishing and waxing

Wax the vehicle regularly (at the

latest when water no longer beads).

Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

has become dull or if solid deposits

have become attached to it.

Paintwork polish with silicone forms a

protective film, making waxing

unnecessary.

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

Paintwork damage

Rectify minor paintwork damage with

a touch-up pen before rust forms.

Have more extensive damage or rust

areas repaired by a workshop.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

protective wax coating.

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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.

Clothing fabrics may not be

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

colourfast. This could cause visible

discolourations, especially on light-

coloured upholstery. Removable

stains and discolourations should be

cleaned as soon as possible.

Air shutter

Clean the shutter system in the front

bumper to maintain correct

functionality.

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

Caution

Liquid gas system

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.

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Only clean the vehicle interior,

including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

interior cleaner.

Clean the leather upholstery with

clear water and a soft cloth. In case of

heavy soiling, use leather care.

The instrument cluster and the

displays should only be cleaned using

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

weak soap solution.

Clean fabric upholstery with a

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

9 Danger

Liquid gas is heavier than air and

can collect in sink points.

Take care when performing work

at the underbody in a pit.

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.

For painting work and when using a

drying booth at a temperature above

60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be

removed.

Do not make any modifications to the

liquid gas system.

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Use only a single floor mat on the

driver side.

Do not place one floor mat on top

of another.

Floor mats

9 Warning

If a floor mat has the wrong size or

is not properly installed, it can

interfere with the accelerator pedal

and/or brake pedal, what can

cause unintended acceleration

and/or increased stopping

distance which can cause a crash

and injury.

Inserting and removing the floor

mats

The driver side floor mat is held in

place by two retainers.

To install the driver's side floor mat:

1. Move the driver's seat backwards

as far as possible.

3. Turn retainers clockwise for a

quarter turn.

Use the following guidelines for

proper floor mat usage.

Removing

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The original equipment floor mats

were designed for your vehicle. If

the floor mats need replacing, it

is recommended that certified

floor mats be purchased. Always

check that the floor mats do not

interfere with the pedals.

1. Move the driver's seat backwards

as far as possible.

2. Turn retainers a quarter turn

towards the opposite direction

than during installation.

3. Remove the mat.

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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.

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

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