Washing by hand
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as soon as possible when driving in winter.
Also, clean the insides of the wheels when washing the underbody of the vehicle.
•► Do not use hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.
•► Use a soft car sponge for cleaning.
•► Use a gentle cleaning agent, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz approved car shampoo.
•► Wash down the vehicle with a gentle water jet.
•► Do not point the water jet directly at the air inlets.
•► Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge frequently.
•► Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a chamois.
•► Do not allow the cleaning agent to dry on the paintwork.
See also:
Cleaning the plastic trim
WARNING
When cleaning the steering wheel boss and
dashboard, do not use cockpit sprays or
cleaning agents containing solvents. Cleaning
agents containing solvents cause the surface
to bec ...
Unlocking the driver's door (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical
key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft
alarm system will be tri ...
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door or the trunk lid/
tailgate, th ...
