Suzuki SX4 2012 Warranty & Maintenance Information page 20

Passenger and Cargo Compartments
Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate under the floor mats and may cause corrosion. Occasionally, check under these mats to
ensure that this area is clean and dry. More frequent checks are necessary if the Vehicle is used on unpaved roads or in wet
weather. Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertilizers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely corrosive in nature. These products
should be transported in secure containers. If a spill or leak does occur, clean and dry the area immediately.
driving Precautions
Following a Vehicle too closely is dangerous and can lead to paint chipping. Paint can chip off of your Vehicle when pebbles,
thrown in the air by the tires of a vehicle in front of you, fall and hit your Vehicle. The paint chipping zone will increase when
vehicle speed increases. To prevent chipping, be sure to increase the distance between your Vehicle and the vehicle in front of
you as speed increases. Paint chipping will also occur if you frequently drive on gravel or salted roads. The Suzuki warranty does
not cover paint chipping.
mud and gravel Shields
The use of mud and gravel shields will help protect your Vehicle. Full size shields, which extend as close to the road as is
practical are of course the best. The fasteners for such shields should also be corrosion resistant. A number of different types
of mud and gravel shields are available from your SUZUKI Dealer.
Storage
Do not park your Vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated area. If you often wash your Vehicle in the garage or if you frequently drive
it in when wet, your garage may be damp. The high humidity in the garage may cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet Vehicle
may corrode even in a heated garage if the ventilation is poor.
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