Vehicle Care - Aston Martin VANTAGE Manual

Vehicle Care

Washing
Warning: Washing and polishing agents containing
silicone should not be applied to glass. This will reduce the
efficiency of the windscreen wipers, causing smears which
will reduce visibility, particularly during darkness and in the
rain.
Caution: Commercially operated automatic vehicle
washes, jet washes and power operated mops are not
recommended. The detergents used can contain certain
chemicals which may, over time, be detrimental to some
exterior parts of the vehicle. Prolonged usage of automatic
vehicle washes and power operated mops will also cause fine
scratches in the paint surface.
Aston Martin are able to supply a range of products to clean and
protect your vehicle. Contact your Aston Martin Dealer for
further information.
During the winter months, it is advisable to wash the vehicle
more frequently, paying particular attention to the underside to
combat the detrimental effects of any salt and sand
contamination picked up from treated roads.
To delay the onset of corrosion developing on the brake
components, Aston Martin recommend that after washing this
vehicle, the vehicle should be driven a short distance to make
sure that all water and cleaning products have dried off.
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Maintenance and Technical Data
For best results:
• Do not wash the vehicle in strong sunlight. Let the vehicle
cool before washing.
• Do not use household soaps or detergents.
• Do not direct water hoses at full force around the door and
boot lid seals.
• Do not use a brush on the car body as this will leave little
scratches.
Suggested washing method:
1. Fill two buckets with water. Add a mild neutral detergent, as
directed by the detergent manufacturer to one of the
buckets.
2. Use a hose to remove all dust and mud residue from the
vehicle. Don't use a strong jet, as this can rub grit over the
paint and scratch it.
3. Soak a large clean wash mitt or a soft clean sponge in the
soapy water, and begin applying it to the vehicle. Wash the
vehicle section by section, starting at the top. Circle around
the car several times, washing lower areas with each round.
Rinse the dirt out of the wash mitt or soft sponge in the
bucket with plain water frequently.
4. After one section is washed, rinse it with the hose before
moving on, don't let the soap dry on the paint as this can
stain it. Always keep the vehicle wet, this will prevent
droplets from drying on the paint and leaving water-spots.
5. Dry the car with a chamois leather before it air-dries.