Care
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes equipment, systems and
functions which are offered or will be offered on
a model-specific basis, even if they are not inclu‐
ded in the vehicle in question.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 7.
Vehicle wash
General
Regularly remove foreign objects, for example, as
leaves, in the area below the windscreen.
Wash the vehicle frequently, especially in winter.
Heavy soiling and road salt can cause damage to
the vehicle.
Safety notes
WARNING
Touching live components can result in an
electric shock. High voltage is present at the
charging socket. There is a risk of injury or even
death. Have work on the charging socket, for
example cleaning, performed by a Service Part‐
ner of the manufacturer or another qualified
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
NOTE
Water can ingress into the opened charging
socket during washing. There is a risk of mate‐
rial damage. Chose the charging socket flap
when washing the vehicle.
High-pressure cleaners
Safety note
NOTE
When cleaning with high-pressure cleaners, ex‐
cessive pressure or excessive temperatures
can damage various components. There is a
risk of material damage. Maintain a sufficient
distance and do not spray for an extended pe‐
riod of time. Comply with the instructions for
the high-pressure cleaner.
Distances and temperature
▷ Maximum temperature: 60 ℃/140 ℉.
▷ Minimum distance to sensors, cameras,
seals: 30 cm, 12 in.
▷ Minimum distance to the glass sunroof:
80 cm, 31.5 in.
Automatic car washes
Safety note
NOTE
The vehicle can be damaged if automatic car
washes are used incorrectly. There is a risk of
material damage. Observe the following notes:
▷ Textile car washes or systems using soft
brushes are preferable, to avoid damage
to the paintwork.
▷ Before entering the washing bay or car
wash, make sure that the vehicle is not too
large for the facility.
▷ Do not drive into automatic car washes or
washing bays with guide rails higher than
10 cm, 4 in, to avoid damage to the body.
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