148 Vehicle careClean rims with a pH-neutral wheelcleaner.Rims are painted and can be treatedwith the same agents as the body.Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.Have more extensive damage or rustareas repaired by a workshop.UnderbodySome areas of the vehicle underbodyhave a PVC undercoating while othercritical areas have a durableprotective wax coating.After the underbody is washed, checkthe underbody and have it waxed ifnecessary.Bitumen/rubber materials coulddamage the PVC coating. Haveunderbody work carried out by aworkshop.Before and after winter, wash theunderbody and have the protectivewax coating checked.Natural gas systemDo not direct the steam jet or high-pressure jet towards natural gassystem components. It is particularlyimportant to protect the natural gastank and the pressure valves on thevehicle underbody and the bulkheadin the engine compartment.These components must not betreated using chemical cleaners orpreservatives.Have components of the natural gassystem cleaned by a workshopauthorised to carry out maintenanceof natural gas vehicles.Towing equipmentDo not clean the coupling ball bar witha steam-jet or high-pressure jetcleaner.Interior careInterior and upholsteryOnly clean the vehicle interior,including the instrument panel fasciaand panelling, with a dry cloth orinterior cleaner.Clean the leather upholstery withclear water and a soft cloth. In case ofheavy soiling, use leather care.The instrument panel should only becleaned using a soft damp cloth.Clean fabric upholstery with avacuum cleaner and brush. Removestains with an upholstery cleaner.Clothing fabrics may not becolourfast. This could cause visiblediscolourations, especially on light-coloured upholstery. Removablestains and discolourations should becleaned as soon as possible.Clean seat belts with lukewarm wateror interior cleaner.CautionClose Velcro fasteners as openVelcro fasteners on clothing coulddamage seat upholstery.The same applies to clothing withsharp-edged objects, like zips orbelts or studded jeans.
