2005 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 283

Operation Vehicle care Cleaning the Rear Parking Assist sensors* Wiper blades Fold wiper arms forward. Warning! Window cleaning Fold wiper arms forward. G Warning! G For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades. Otherwise, the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury. For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before cleaning the windshield. Otherwise, the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury. 1 Sensor Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water to clean sensors 1. To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the sensors. Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry cloth or sponge. Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution. Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recommended. ! Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch. Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield. ! Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch. Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield. 283