2010 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 262

260 Vehicle care Do not confuse the maintenance service indicator with the engine oil level indicator 4. vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the inside. Never use fluids or solvents that are not designed for cleaning your vehicle. Always lock away cleaning products and keep them out of reach of children. Resetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator reset. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will find the information for resetting the maintenance service indicator in the maintenance-relevant literature for your vehicle. Such literature is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or directly from Mercedes-Benz. ! If the maintenance service indicator was reset inadvertently, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. Only reset the maintenance service indicator if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Not following the proper maintenance service as described in the Maintenance Booklet will result in engine damage and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. ! When cleaning the vehicle, do not use scouring agents. Never apply strong force and only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge. Otherwise you may scratch or damage the surface to be cleaned. While in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external influences which, if gone unchecked, can attack the paintwork as well as the vehicle underbody and cause lasting damage. Such damage is caused not only by extreme and varying climatic conditions, but also by: RAir pollution RRoad salt RTar RGravel Operation and stone chipping To avoid paint damage, you should immediately remove: RGrease RFuel RCoolant RBrake RBird and oil fluid droppings resins etc. RInsects RTree G Warning! Frequent washing reduces and/or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences. Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your