Car Care - Volvo 2011 V40 Operation And Care Manual

Chapter 7 - Car care
pg. 99 Car care

Car care

Car care includes not only maintaining the appearance of the car, but also protecting the car exterior from the effects of
air pollution, rain, mud or road salt. The paintwork should also be touched up immediately, if damaged, to prevent rust
formation.
Automatic car washing, Polishing and waxing 102
pg. 100 Paint touch up
Paint touchup
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly when washing
the car for instance. Touchup if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touchup paint.
NOTE: When ordering touchup paint from your Volvo retailer, use the paint code indicated on the model plate. The
plate is located in the rear wall of the engine compartment (fire wall).
Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
Primer can
Paint touchup bottle
Brush
Masking tape
Paint touchup 100
Washing 101
Cleaning the upholstery 103
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