Mahindra THAR CRDe 2015 Owner's Manual page 94

• Never wash a vehicle that is 'hot to the touch' or during exposure to strong, direct
sunlight
• Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results
• Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water
spotting
• It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months,
as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle
• Immediately remove items such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect
deposits; they can cause damage to the vehicle's paint work and trim over time
13.10.2 Engine Compartment
Do not wash the engine or engine compartment with pressurized water.
13.10.3 Exterior Chrome
• Wash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo
• Use the custom bright metal cleaners, available at your Authorized Mahindra
Dealer. Apply the product as you would wax to clean chrome parts; allow the
cleaner to dry for a few minutes, and then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can leave
scratches on the chrome surface
• After polishing the chrome parts, you can also apply a coating of Premium Liquid
Wax, available at your Authorized Mahindra Dealer, or an equivalent quality
product to help protect from environmental effects
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13.10.4 Paint Chips
• Mahindra dealers have the exact touch-up paint to match your vehicle's color
• Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for paint touch-up or paint
repairs
• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots,
road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips
• Always read the instructions before using the products
13.10.5 Aluminium Wheels And Wheel Covers (if equipped)
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clear coat of paint finish. In
order to maintain their shine;
• Clean weekly with wheel and tire cleaner, which is available at your Authorized
Mahindra Dealer. Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation
with a sponge. Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water
• Never apply any cleaning chemicals to hot or warm wheel rims or covers
• Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergents
13.10.6 Plastic (Non-painted) Exterior Parts
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available with
your authorized dealer. You can use these cleaners;
• For routine cleaning of plastic parts
• For tar or grease spots
• For plastic head lamp lenses
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