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Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar
deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately. When
prompt washing with plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap
made for use on vehicles.
Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water. Do not
allow soap to dry on the finish.
After washing the vehicle, dry it with a clean chamois to prevent
water spots from forming.
● When using an automatic car wash
• Retract the door mirrors.
• The automatic car wash brushes could reduce the paint luster
or hasten paint deterioration.
● When using a high water pressure car wash
High water temperature and high water pressure car washers are
available depending on the type of car wash machine. If the car
washer nozzle is put too close to the vehicle, the force of the
spray could damage or deform the molding, affect the sealability
of parts, and allow water to penetrate the interior. Keep a suffi-
cient space (12 in. (300 mm) or more) between the nozzle and
the vehicle. In addition, do not spend too much time spraying the
same area of the vehicle, and be very careful when spraying
between gaps in doors and around windows.
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Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when water no longer beads on the
finish. Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing it. In addition
to the vehicle body, wax the metal trim to maintain its luster.
1
Use wax which contains no abrasives. Waxes containing abra-
sive will remove paint and could damage bright metal parts.
2
Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic, mica, and solid col-
ors.
3
When waxing, coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft
cloth.
4
Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.
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