Originally Posted by slk32krazy!
you need to look at mbworld and benzworld under the slk and c32 forums. many horror stories of water causing electrical damage due to high pressure forced in to the computer area.
no distributor like the old days. now its ecu's fuse panels and more electrics than your house!
everyone has their own way to due things but this is easily avoided by some careful cleaning around the engine compartment.
just 1 such issue. he still hasnt been able to fix his car
c32 problems - MBWorld.org Forums
heres an interesting thread
Engine Wash - Benzworld.org - Mercedes Benz Discussion Forum
Well you are right and I have to admit I do know where my ECU box is and have never really hit that area with the washer. I keep the engine compartment very clean so it never takes more than a few seconds to rinse it.