Kia XCeed 2020 Owner's Manual page 677

Maintenance
Insufficient clearance or excessive
pressure can lead to component
damage or water penetration.
• Do not spray the camera, sensors
or its surrounding area directly
with a high pressure washer.
Shock applied from high pressure
water may cause the device to not
operate normally.
• Do not bring the nozzle tip close
to boots (rubber or plastic covers)
or connectors as they may be
damaged if they come into
contact with high pressure water.
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CAUTION
• Water washing in the engine
compartment 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 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
materials 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. Do not apply wax on
embossed unpainted unit, as it may
tarnish the unit.
CAUTION
• 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
aluminum 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
Appearance care
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