2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 358

Operation Vehicle care Headlamps, tail lamps, side makers, turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades Warning! G ! The windshield wipers must be in a vertical position before folding them away from the windshield. They could otherwise damage the hood. Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward. Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Turn combination switch to wiper setting II ( page 56). With wiper arms in vertical position, switch off the ignition ( page 36). ! Only use window cleaners that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Window cleaners which are not suitable may damage the plastic lamp lenses of the headlamps. Therefore, do not use abrasives, solvents or cleaners that contain solvents. Never apply strong force and use only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses. Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or sponge. Otherwise you may scratch or damage the lens surface. For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before cleaning the windshield. Otherwise, the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury. Fold the wiper arms forward until it snaps into place. Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution. Use a clean cloth and window cleaning solution on all outside and inside glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recommended. 357