Kia Seltos 2019 Owner's Manual page 453

Maintenance
CAUTION
Wetting engine compartment
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Water washing in the engine com
partment including high pressure
water washing may cause the
failure of electrical circuits located
in the engine compartment.
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components and air
duct inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.
Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle
before waxing. Use a good quality
liquid or paste wax, and follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Wax all
metal trim to protect it and to
maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar mate
rials with a spot remover will usually
strip the wax from the finish. Be
sure to re-wax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not yet
need waxing.
Be careful not to touch the lens
when waxing the lamps.
CAUTION
Drying vehicle
Wiping dust or dirt off the body
with a dry cloth will scratch the
finish.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, acid detergents or
strong detergents containing high
alkaline or caustic agents on
chrome-plated or anodized alumi
num parts. This may result in
damage to the protective coating
and cause discoloration or paint
deterioration.
Finish damage repair
Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly
rust and may develop into a major
repair expense.
NOTICE
If your vehicle is damaged and
requires any metal repair or
replacement, be sure the body shop
applies anti-corrosion materials to
the parts repaired or replaced.
Appearance care
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