2002 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 270
2002 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Cleaning and care of the vehicle Seat belts The webbing must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents. Use only clear, lukewarm water and soap. Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176°F (80°C) or in direct sunlight. Warning! Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Headliner, shelf behind roll bars, and other hard plastic trim items Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Soft top Clean soft top with soft top raised and locked. Lower the soft top into the storage compartment only if the top is completely dry. If the top is kept in the storage compartment for a lengthy period, raise it and air it out with the windows down about every 4 months. 266 Dry cleaning: Brush top (always from front to rear) with a soft-bristled brush. Wet cleaning: Brush the dry top. Wash with a mild detergent and an ample supply of lukewarm water by wiping with a softbristled brush or sponge from front to rear. Then rinse thoroughly with clear water. If only parts of the top have been washed, wet the entire top and allow it to air-dry before lowering it into the storage compartment. Wipe the rear window with a cloth soaked with a mild, non-abrasive detergent, rinse and rub dry. Do not use sharp-edged instruments for the removal of ice and snow. Notes: Never run the vehicle through an automatic car wash with the soft top in place or use a power washer to clean it, as you may damage the soft top material. Remove bird droppings immediately. The organic acid damages the material and causes the soft top to leak.