Mercedes-Benz GLC : Cleaning and care / Notes on using a power washer
WARNING Risk of an accident when
using power washers with round-spray
nozzles
The water jet can cause externally invisible
damage.
Components damaged in this way may unexpectedly
fail.
Do not use a power washer
with roundspray
nozzles.
Have damaged tires or
chassis parts
replaced immediately.
To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the following
when using a power washer:
- The SmartKey is at a minimum distance of
10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle. Otherwise
the tailgate could open unintentionally.
- Maintain a distance of at least 11.8 in
(30 cm) to the vehicle.
- Vehicles with decorative foil: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative foil.
Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in
(70 cm) between the foil-covered parts of the
vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer.
Move the power washer nozzle around whilst
cleaning. The water temperature of the
power washer must not exceed 140°F
(60°C).
- Observe the information on the correct distance
in the equipment manufacturer's operating
instructions.
- Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer
directly at sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps,
electrical components, batteries, light sources
and ventilation slits.
WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking effect after washing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced after washing
the vehicle.
After the vehicle has
been washed,
brake carefully while paying attention to
the traffic conditions until the braking
effect has been fully restored...
NOTE Engine damage due to water
ingress
Take care not to point
the water jet
directly towards the air inlet grille below
the hood.
Observe the legal requirements, e...
Other information:
Requirements:
A dry cloth and a screwdriver are available.
Observe the notes on electrical fuses.
Opening
WARNING Risk of injury from using the
windshield wipers while the engine hood
is open
When the engine hood is open and the windshield
wipers are set in motion, you can be
trapped by the wiper linkage...
HOLD function
The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a standstill
without requiring you to depress the brake
pedal, e.g. while waiting in traffic.
The HOLD function is only an aid. The responsibility
for the vehicle safely standing still remains
with the driver...