2005 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 356

Operation Vehicle care Leather upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that has the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored. By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented. Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet. Nubuck leather upholstery (E 55 AMG) The nubuck leather upholstery is treated with a protective coating. Wipe nubuck leather upholstery with damp microfiber cloth to remove dust and other light stains. Carefully dab nubuck leather upholstery with a dry microfiber cloth to remove oil stains. Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and use damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle. Do not use solvents like tar remover or wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as these may be abrasive. ! Do not use Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care or any solvents to clean nubuck leather upholstery. Avoid hard scrubbing on nubuck leather upholstery. MB Tex upholstery Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts. 354