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Do not aim directly at
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electrical parts
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electrical connectors
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seals
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other rubber parts
The distance should be at least 3.9 in
(10 cm) and the water temperature must
not exceed 140¦ (60¥). Follow the
instructions provided by the power
washer manufacturer on maintaining a
distance between the vehicle and the
nozzle of the power washer.
Always keep the jet of water moving
across the surface.
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Powerwashing could damage
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the high-voltage battery
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the drive system
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the engine compartment
Do not powerwash these components.
Wheel cover*
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Wash the wheel cover with shampoo and a
soft brush or in the car wash.
Decorative foils
!
Decorative foils are permanently
adhered to the painted parts of the
vehicle and cannot be removed.
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Do not expose the foils to solvents,
gasoline or diesel.
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the following guideline values:
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Water temperature max. 176¦ (80¥)
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Minimum distance 11.8 in (30 cm)
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Jet of water strike at a right angle
Paintwork care
The frequency with which you care for your
paintwork is dependent on
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how much the vehicle is used
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where you normally park the vehicle (e.g.
in a garage or under a tree)
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the season
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weather and environmental influences
Rectifying paintwork damage
You can use a touch-up paint pen to repair
minimal stone chip damage and scratches.
Recommended touch-up paint pens can be
obtained in a smart center.
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For any major paintwork damage, please
contact a smart center.
Exterior Repair options
Plastic parts (body
panels) with
clearcoat
Clearcoat touch-up
paint pen
Body panels with
base coat and
clearcoat
recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
tridion safety cell recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
Soft top system (cabriolet only)
Regular care will protect the retractable
soft top and the rear soft top against
external influences, helping to preserve
its value. Use only an approved soft top
cleaner when removing dirt from the soft
top.
!
Never clean the soft top using a power
washer, as water could get into the inside
of the vehicle.
Vehicle care
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