Cleaning the sensors

•► Clean sensors 1 of the driving systems

•► Clean sensors 1 of the driving systems with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.

When cleaning the sensors with a power washer, maintain a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer of at least 11.8 in (30 cm). Information about the correct distance is available from the equipment manufacturer.

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