304 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
Technical
data Instruments
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Engine cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to
protect electrical components and connectors from the
intrusion of water and cleaning agents.
Corrosion protection, such as MB Anticorrosion Wax
should be applied to the engine compartment after
every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control
linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be protected from any
wax.
Tar stains
Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become
more difficult to remove. A tar remover is
recommended.Ve h i c l e w a s h i n g
Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct
sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of
water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the
sponge and chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a
chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the
finish.
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.
When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the
inner sides of the wheels.
Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-
plated parts, use a chrome cleaner.
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Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Exterior lamp malfunction
and warning message ..............................................242
Exterior lamp switch ......................................................114
Exterior lamps ................................................................ 280
Adjusting headlamp aim .......................................... 285
Fog lamps ....................................................................114
Headlamps ......................114, 242, 243, 281, 285, 305
Low and high beam .......................................... 117, 282
Parking lamps ...................................................114, 282
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 280
Side marker lamp, front ........................................... 284
Standing lamps ..................................................114, 282
Taillamp assemblies ................................................. 283
Turn signal lamp ............................................... 117, 282
FFirst aid kit ..................................................................... 250
Flat tire
See changing wheels ................................................266
Flexible service system (FSS) ...................................... 109
Fuel
Gasoline additives ....................................................322
Premium unleaded gasoline .................. 180, 319, 321Fuel cap placement warning ....................................... 230
Fuel filler flap
Manual release ......................................................... 299
Fuel requirements .........................................................321
Fuel reserve warning .................................................... 230
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ............... 318
Fuse box ......................................................................... 252
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 252
GGarage door opener ....................................................... 158
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 322
Fuel requirements ....................................................321
Premium unleaded ...................................................321
General notes on the central locking system .............. 26
Global locking
See Central locking system ....................................... 29
Glove box ......................................................................... 151
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