2009 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 254

Operation Tires and wheels ! Only use washer fluid which is suitable for plastic lenses. Improper washer fluid can damage the plastic lenses of the headlamps. ! Do not use distilled or de-ionized water in the washer fluid reservoir. Otherwise, the washer fluid level sensor could be damaged. water. Premix the washer fluid in a suitable container. X Opening washer fluid reservoir: Pull tab of cap 1 upwards. X Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. Refill the washer fluid reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit" and water (or commercially available premixed washer solvent/ antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures) (Y page 407). Closing washer fluid reservoir: Press cap 1 onto filler hole until it engages. X For more information, see "Washer system and headlamp cleaning system" (Y page 401). G Warning! Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are mounted, the wheel brakes or suspension components can be damaged. Also, the correct operating clearance of the wheels and the tires may no longer be correct. G Warning! Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them. When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can 1 Cap 2 Washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the washer system, rear window washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir. During all seasons, add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit" to 252