Wheel And Wheel Trim Care - Fiat 500L 2017 User Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be
cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to
prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body
of the vehicle.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium
chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control dust
on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not
use harsh chemicals or a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel' s protective coating that
helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
NOTE:
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners contain strong acids or strong alkaline additives that can
harm the wheel surface.
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives
or harsh brushes. Many aftermarket wheel cleaners and automatic car washes may damage
the wheel's protective finish. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive brake dust, care must be taken in
the selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent damage to the
wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment, Mopar Chrome Cleaner, or their equivalent is recommended
or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or chrome wheels. Do not use any
products on Dark Vapor or Black Satin Chrome Wheels. They will permanently damage this
finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner.
These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Such damage is not covered
by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
NOTE:
If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing so. Driving
the vehicle and applying the brakes when stopping will reduce the risk of brake rotor
corrosion.
178
CAUTION!
CAUTION!