2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 412

Operation Vehicle care Hard plastic trim items Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Carpets Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the carpets. Headliner Use a soft bristle brush or a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt. Seat belts Steering wheel Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Only use clear, lukewarm water and soap. Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have 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. Warning! ! Never apply strong force and only use a soft, non-scratching cloth when cleaning the surface. Do not attempt to wipe the surface with a dry cloth or sponge. Otherwise you may scratch or damage the surface. G ! The seat belts must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts at temperatures above 176°F (80°C) or in direct sunlight. Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent deployment of the front side impact air bags deployment of the rear side impact air bags* activation of the active head restraints Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for availability. G 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. 411