2009 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 271
2009 Mercedes CLK-Class Manual
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Operation Vehicle care Hand-wash X Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. X Do not spray directly towards the ventilation intake. X Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and chamois frequently. X Rinse with clean water and thoroughly dry with a chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish. Automatic car wash You can have your vehicle washed in an automatic car wash from the start. Brushless car washes are preferable. X To protect the filter system, activate the air recirculation mode using button , on the climate control panel. ! Do not clean your vehicle in an automatic touchless car wash which uses caustic spray. Caustic spray will damage the paint, ornamental moldings, or soft top (CLK cabriolet). If the vehicle is very dirty, prewash it before running it through the automatic car wash. ! Make sure the combination switch is set to wiper setting 0. Otherwise, the rain sensor could activate and cause the wipers to move unintentionally. This may lead to vehicle damage. Due to the width of the vehicle, fold in exterior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash to prevent damage to the mirrors. When leaving the automatic car wash, make sure the mirrors are folded out. After running the vehicle through an automatic car wash, wipe any wax off of the windshield and the wiper blade inserts. This will prevent smears and reduce wiping noise which can be caused by residual wax on the windshield. Soft top (cabriolet) Frequent cleaning reduces the dirt-repellent effect of the soft top. Intensive cleaning with Mercedes-Benz carcare products for convertible soft tops can help to restore the dirt-repellent effect. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for detailed information. Light colored soft tops should be cleaned frequently to prevent spots and dirt from setting in, which could stain and discolor the soft top material permanently. Incorrect cleaning and care, as well as ageing, can cause the soft-top seams to leak. Have the soft-top seams sealed at a MercedesBenz Center. i If the soft top is kept in the storage compartment for a lengthy period, raise it and air out with the windows open about every 4 months. Place a suitable cover over the soft top if you are leaving the vehicle parked in the open for an extended period of time. ! Remove bird droppings immediately. The organic acid damages the material and causes the soft top to leak. Z 269