Porsche Taycan Owner's Manual page 73

Hazard What should be
observed?
e Fold in door
Damage to exterior
mirrors.
parts
e Retract extended
spoilers.
e Completely remove
roof transport
system.
e Close the tailgate.
e Lock the vehicle.
e Check the dimen-
Damage to wheels
sions of the car
wash guide rail.
The wider the
wheel rim and the
lower the tire
height, the greater
the risk of damage.
e Do not clean with
Scratches on wheels
the wheel-washing
with high-gloss or silk-
brushes in the car
gloss finish
wash.
Paint care
NOTICE
Dust particles on painted surfaces can damage the
paintwork if not properly dealt with.
e Do not rub dust with a dry cloth.
NOTICE
The matt effect of components may be lost if not
cared for properly.
e Do not treat matt-effect bodywork sections with
preservatives or polishes.
Preserving paintwork
The paint surface will dull over time due to weath-
ering and should therefore be regularly protected
with a paint preservative after washing the vehicle.
This keeps the paint shiny and elastic, and prevents
dirt from adhering to the paint surface and industrial
dust from penetrating the paint.
Polishing paintwork
Paint polish should only be used to clean the paint-
work when the original shine can no longer be ob-
tained using preservatives.
Headlights must not be polished.
Removing marks
Remove tar spatters, traces of oil, insects, etc. as
soon as possible using an insect remover and wash
the area carefully afterwards as they discolor the
paint if left to work on it over time.
Repairing paint damage
Have minor paint damage (cracks, scratches or
stone chips) repaired immediately, before corrosion
begins. Visit an authorized Porsche dealer. Porsche
recommends an authorized Porsche dealer, as they
have trained technicians and the necessary parts
and tools.
If traces of corrosion have already formed, these
must be thoroughly removed. An anti-corrosion pri-
mer must then be applied to these spots, followed
by top-coat paint.
Caring for wiper blades
NOTICE
The graphite coating on the wiper blades can be
damaged if they are not cleaned properly.
e Ensure that the cleaning jet does not strike the
wiper blades.
e Do not clean wiper blades with a cloth or sponge.
e Clean wiper blades with clear water only.
Windshield wiper blades in perfect condition are vi-
tal for ensuring a clear view.
e Clean the windshield regularly with a window
cleaner, particularly after going through a
carwash.
e If extremely dirty (e.g. due to insect residues),
clean the windshield using a sponge or cloth.
The wiper blades should be replaced twice per year
(before and after the cold season) or if wiper per-
formance deteriorates or the wipers are damaged.
Cleaning windows
Cleaning the windshield, side windows and
rear window
e Clean all windows regularly, inside and out, using
a window cleaning agent.
e Do not dry the windows with the same chamois
leather you use for the painted surfaces. Residue
from preservatives could impair visibility.
e Remove insect residues with insect remover.
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