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Do not aim directly at
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electrical parts
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electrical connectors
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seals
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other rubber parts
The distance should be at least 3.9 in
(10 cm) and the water temperature must
not exceed 140¦ (60¥). Follow the
instructions provided by the power
washer manufacturer on maintaining a
distance between the vehicle and the
nozzle of the power washer.
Always keep the jet of water moving
across the surface.
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Powerwashing could damage
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the high-voltage battery
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the drive system
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the engine compartment
Do not powerwash these components.
Decorative foils
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Decorative foils are permanently
adhered to the painted parts of the vehi-
cle and cannot be removed.
!
Do not expose the foils to solvents, gas-
oline or diesel.
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the following guideline values:
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Water temperature max. 176¦ (80¥)
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Minimum distance 11.8 in (30 cm)
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Jet of water strike at a right angle
Paintwork care
The frequency with which you care for your
paintwork is dependent on
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how much the vehicle is used
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where you normally park the vehicle (e.g.
in a garage or under a tree)
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the season
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weather and environmental influences
Rectifying paintwork damage
You can use a touch-up paint pen to repair
minimal stone chip damage and scratches.
Recommended touch-up paint pens can be
obtained in a smart center.
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For any major paintwork damage, please
contact a smart center.
Exterior Repair options
Plastic parts (body
panels) with clear-
coat
Clearcoat touch-up
paint pen
Body panels with
base coat and
clearcoat
recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
tridion safety cell recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
Soft top system (cabriolet only)
Regular care will protect the retractable
soft top and the rear soft top against exter-
nal influences, helping to preserve its
value. Use only an approved soft top
cleaner when removing dirt from the soft
top.
!
Never clean the soft top using a power
washer, as water could get into the inside
of the vehicle.
Cleaning the soft top fabric
!
Only clean the retractable soft top and
the rear soft top when they are closed.
Dry cleaning
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Brush the soft top fabric with a soft
brush, always working in the same direc-
tion, i.e. from front to back.
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