Washing the car
The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car:
• The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots adhere to the paint and may cause damage.
To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the wintertime.
• Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause detergents and wax to dry out and become abrasive. To avoid scratching, use lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a soft sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
• Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged.
• A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes in the doors and rocker panels.
• Tar spots can be removed with tar remover after the car has been washed.
• A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the wiper blades. Frequent cleaning of the windshield and wiper blades improves visibility considerably and also helps prolong the service life of the wiper blades.
• Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel housings, fenders, etc).
• In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove
dirt from the drain holes in the doors and
sills.
CAUTION
• During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
• Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
Special laminated panoramic roof cautions:
• Always close the laminated panoramic
roof and sun shade before washing your
vehicle.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents on
the laminated panoramic roof.
• Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the laminated panoramic roof.
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2 Storage compartment
3 Glove compartment
4 Storage compartment in center console
5 Rear seat cup holders
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Power door mirrors
The mirror control switches are located on the
driver's door armrest.
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switch will light up) to activate the adjustment
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