!
Make sure that:
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the side windows and the roof are com-
pletely closed
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the climate control blower is switched off
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the windshield wiper switch is at position 0
The vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehicle
in an automatic car wash.
After putting the vehicle through an automatic
car wash, wipe off wax from:
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the rear view camera lens (Y page 236)
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the windshield
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the windshield wiper blades
This will prevent smears and reduce wiping
noises caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements of the country
you are currently in when washing by hand.
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Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
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Use a soft car sponge.
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Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. a car shampoo
approved for use with Sprinter vehicles.
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Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
tle jet of water.
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Do not point the water jet directly towards the
air inlets.
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Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
frequently.
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Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
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Do not let the cleaning agents dry on the
paintwork.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
Power washers
G
WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
!
Under no circumstances use power washers
in the vehicle interior. The pressurized water
and associated spray produced by the power
washer could cause extensive damage to the
vehicle.
!
Observe the minimum distance to be main-
tained between the nozzle of the power
washer and object to be cleaned, as outlined
below:
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approximately 2.2 ft(70 cm) when using
round-jet nozzles
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approximately 1 ft (30 cm) when using
25°flat-spray jets and dirt blasters
Keep the water jet moving while cleaning. To
avoid causing damage, do not point the water
jet directly at:
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door joints
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brake hoses
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electrical components
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electrical connections
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seals
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drive train, especially not at the intermedi-
ate bearing of the propeller shaft
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rear view camera (camera lens and micro-
phone opening on the bottom)
Keep a minimum distance of 1.6 ft(50 cm).
Cleaning the engine
!
Water must not enter intake or ventilation
openings. When cleaning with high pressure
water or steam cleaners, the spray must not
be aimed directly at electrical components or
the terminals of electrical lines.
Preserve the engine after the engine has been
cleaned. Protect the belt drive system from
exposure to the preservative agent.
Also observe the information under "Power
washers" (
Y page 234).
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