Kia Carnival 2022 Owner's Manual page 646

Maintenance
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 dam -
aged if they come into contact with
high pressure water.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for -
ward speed.
CAUTION
Wetting engine compartment
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Water washing in the engine com -
partment 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/
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electronic components and air
duct inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.
After the vehicle has been
washed, brake carefully while
paying attention to the traffic
conditions until the braking effect
has been fully restored.
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 mate -
rials 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.
Be careful not to touch the lens
when waxing the lamps.
CAUTION
Drying vehicle
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 alumi -
num parts. This may result in
Appearance care