Notes on cleaning and careAvoiding vehicle damage
Exterior lighting
Clean the lenses with a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent,
e.g. car shampoo.
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable
for plastic lenses.
Sensors
Clean the sensors in the front and rear bumper and in the
radiator grill with a soft cloth and car shampoo.
When using a power washer, maintain a minimum distance of
11.8 in (30 cm).
Running boards
Use water and acid-free cleaning agents. Do not clean the aluminum trim insert of the running board
with alkaline or acidic cleaning agents such as wheel clean‐
ers. Do not use acidic wheel cleaners to remove brake dust.
The aluminum trim inserts could otherwise be damaged.
Rear view camera
and 360° Camera
R
Open the camera cover with the multimedia system
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R
Use clean water and a soft cloth to clean the camera lens.
Do not use a power washer.
Tailpipes
Clean with a cleaning agent recommended for Mercedes-
Benz, especially in the winter and after washing the vehicle.
Do not use acidic cleaning agents.
Trailer hitch
R
Remove traces of rust on the ball, e.g. with a wire brush.
R
Remove dirt with a lint-free cloth.
R
After cleaning, oil or grease the ball head lightly.
R
Observe the notes on care in the trailer hitch manufactur‐
er's operating instructions.
Do not clean the ball neck with a power washer or solvent.
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