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Remove cap 1 by thetab, place on theedge
of thefiller opening and engageinplace.
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Refilling washer fluid.
Keeping theair-water duct free
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Keep theareabetween thehood and the
windshield free of deposits,e.g.ice, snow
and leaves.
Cleaning and care
Notesonwashingthe vehicleinacar wash
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WARNING Risk of accident dueto
reduced braking effect afterwashing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced afterwashing
thevehicle.
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Afterthe vehicle has been washed,
brakecarefully while paying attention to
thetraffic conditionsuntilthe braking
effect hasbeenfully restored.
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NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car
wash
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Beforedriving intoacar wash make
surethat thecar wash is suitable for
thevehicle dimensions.
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Ensurethereissufficient ground clear‐
ance between theunderbody and the
guide rails of thecar wash.
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Ensurethat theclearance widthofthe
car wash, in particular thewidthofthe
guide rails, is sufficient.
To avoid damagetoyourvehicle when using a
car wash, ensurethe following beforehand:
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ActiveDistance Assist DISTRONICand the
HOLD functionare deactivated.
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The 360° Cameraorthe rear viewcamerais
switched off.
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The side windows and slidingsunroof are
completely closed.
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The blower forthe ventilation/heating is
switched off.
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The windshield wiperswitchisinposition
g.
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In car washes withaconveyorsystem: neu‐
tral i is engaged.
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The SmartKey is at adistance of at least
10 ft (3 m) away from thevehicle, otherwise
thetrunk lid could open unintentionally.
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