fects in areas with high air pollution or natural
contaminants, for example tree resin or pollen,
may affect the vehicle paintwork. Take such fac‐
tors into consideration when deciding on the fre‐
quency and scope of vehicle care measures.
Immediately remove aggressive substances, for
example oil, grease or bird droppings to prevent
paintwork damage and discolouration.
Matt paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products that are
suitable for vehicles with matt paintwork.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather at regular intervals
with a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Dust and road dirt will otherwise become worked
into pores and folds, resulting in considerable
abrasion and causing the leather surface to be‐
come prematurely brittle.
To protect against discolouration, for example
from clothing, clean and care for the leather ap‐
proximately every two months.
Clean light-coloured leather more frequently as it
has the tendency to soil faster.
Use leather cleaner, otherwise dirt and grease
will attack the protective coating of the leather.
Remove aggressive substances, such
sunscreen, immediately to prevent the leather
from being altered or discoloured.
Fabric care
General
In case of major contaminations, such as bever‐
age stains, use a moist soft sponge or microfibre
cloth with a suitable interior cleaners.
Remove aggressive substances, such
sunscreen, immediately to prevent the fabric
from being altered or discoloured.
Safety note
NOTE
Open hook and loop fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers and other
cloth upholstery in the vehicle. There is a risk of
material damage. Make sure that the hook and
loop fasteners are closed.
Care of upholstery fabrics
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
Clean extensively down to the seams. Avoid rub‐
bing vigorously.
Textile care
Use a microfibre cloth for cleaning minor con‐
tamination.
Dampen the cloth with water.
Care of special parts
Light alloy wheels
When cleaning the wheels while they are instal‐
led on the vehicle, only use neutral rim cleaner
with a pH value between 5 and 9. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or high-pressure cleaners
above 60 ℃/140 ℉. Observe the manufacturer's
instructions.
Corrosive, acidic or alkaline cleaners may destroy
the protective coatings of adjacent parts, for ex‐
ample brake disc.
After cleaning, briefly apply the brakes to dry
them. The heat generated by braking dries the
brake discs and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
Chrome-like surfaces
Carefully clean chrome-like surfaces with plenty
of water, particularly if they have been exposed
to road salt; add shampoo if need be.
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