Vehicle Exterior Maintenance And Cleaning - MG Hector Owner's Manual

Note
The non-abrasive cleaning agent will
scratch the glass and damage the rear
windshield defroster grid lines.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent on
vehicle glass. Otherwise, it will affect the
driver's vision.
Note
Decals will affect the rear windshield
defroster.
Do not paste decals on the inner side of
the rear windshield. Otherwise, it will
affect the driver's vision.
Vehicle Exterior Maintenance and
Cleaning
Vehicle Washing
The best way to maintain the finish paint of
vehicles is to wash it regularly and keep it
clean.
Park the vehicle in the place where is not
Ÿ
directly exposed to sunlight.
Wash the vehicle with the specified
Ÿ
neutral soap liquid and cold or warm
water.
Be sure to remove the soap liquid and
Ÿ
cleaning agent from the surface by the
means of flushing.
MG Motor vehicles are designed to operate
under normal environmental conditions and
natural factors.
Note
Do not use household dishwashing
detergent to wash the vehicle. The
dishwashing detergent can wash off paint
and wax.
A v o i d e x c e s s i v e v e h i c l e w a s h i n g
pressure. Water may enter the vehicle
and damage the interior.
Polishing and Waxing
Regular polishing can remove residues from
the surface of the vehicle. After polishing, use
high-quality car wax for protection.
Note
It is forbidden to clean or polish
aluminum trims with automotive or
chrome polishing agent, steam or
alkaline soap liquids. These substances
are abrasive and may damage trims and
wheels.
Exterior Bright Metal Parts Protection
Clean the bright metal trims regularly. They
are usually washed with water. When waxing
the vehicle, please also wax these bright metal
parts.
VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Trim
Cover Cleaning
To maintain the original appearance of the
wheel and wheel trim cover (if any), do not
allow them to collect dust or brake dust.
Clean the wheel / wheel trim cover regularly.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent or brush
that may damage the finish paint.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent or
brush to clean aluminum wheels or wheel
trim covers.
Warning
· Keep yourself, test leads, clothing, and
other objects clear of electrical
connections and hot or moving engine
parts.
· Do not wear watches, rings, or loose
clothing when working in an engine
compartment.
· Make sure no loose material (Cloth or
other inflammable material etc) is left
(but not limited to) inside engine
compartment / Engine Cover / Fender
after washing.
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