Cleaning genuine wood and trim elements

  • Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
  • Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

polishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface. Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, polishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the surface.

but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and can lose their shine if chrome polish Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces. The trim pieces have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and can lose their shine if chrome polish is used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead when cleaning the trim pieces.

If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you are unsure as to whether the trim pieces are chrome-plated or not, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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