Vehicle care
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Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner
should be applied if the paint surface shows
signs of embedded dirt (i.e. loss of gloss).
Do not apply any of these products or wax if
your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood
is still hot.
RDab off wax with silicone remover.
RDab off tar splashes or tar stains with tar
remover.
Engine cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment,
make sure to protect electrical components
and connectors from contact with water and
cleaning agents.
X Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up Stick for
quick and provisional repairs of minor paint
damage (i.e. chips from stones, vehicle
doors, etc.).
Corrosion protection, such as MB
Vehicles with mat paint
Your vehicle is painted with mat clear-coat
paint. Observe the following notes to avoid
Anticorrosion Wax should be applied to the
engine compartment after every engine
cleaning. Before applying, all control linkage
paint damage caused by improper treatment. bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be
i Only use insect remover and car shampoo
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
protected from any wax.
Vehicle washing
!
Do not polish the vehicle. Polishing will
brighten the paintwork.
Do not use paintwork cleaning agents,
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of
road salt as soon as possible.
abrasives, polishing compounds, or wax for When washing the vehicle underbody, do not
paintwork care. Such products are
intended for use on high-polish surfaces.
Using such products on mat paint causes
severe damage, such as bright, spotted
areas on the respective surface.
forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels.
i Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO:
If a door handle is hit by a strong jet of
water, and a SmartKey is within
approximately 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle, it
could be inadvertently locked or unlocked.
Have paintwork repairs performed at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Hand-wash
X Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle
in direct sunlight.
X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to
clean the vehicle.
X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent,
such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car
Shampoo.
Have stone chipping repairs as soon as
possible.
Remove the following immediately if possible.
Do not apply strong force.
RSoak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse them of with water afterwards.
Use a soft bristle toothbrush for remains
that have not come off.
X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a
diffused jet of water.
bristle toothbrush for remains that have not X Do not spray directly towards the
ventilation intake.
RSoak bird droppings with water and rinse
them of with water afterwards. Use a soft
come off.
X Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge
and chamois frequently.
RRemove tree resins, grease, oil, and
gasoline with silicone remover.
X Rinse with clean water and dry with a
chamois thoroughly.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz SL63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz R230, Mercedes-Benz SL550, Mercedes-Benz SL600, Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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