HOLDEN WH II 2002 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 180

CAUTION:
Care should be taken when moving the car after washing, in case water has
affected the brakes. Applying the brakes lightly will indicate whether they have been
affected. To dry them quickly, lightly apply the brakes while maintaining a slow forward
speed with a clear area ahead, until brake performance returns to normal.
Removing stains, such as grease, oil and tar spots
Just washing you car regularly means that most of the harmful substances deposited on
the paint will be removed before they can cause permanent damage. However, some
substances are not easy to remove. So if you notice stains on the paint, make sure that
you remove them at the earliest possible opportunity.
Grease and oil, and even tar if it's fresh, can be removed from the paint with a little
kerosene or turpentine. As a precaution against staining, wash and polish the area as
soon as possible after the stain has been removed.
A rubbing or cutting compound can be used after a normal wash. But this should never
be done on a regular basis because it removes paint.
Warnings:
Some chemical cleaners used for removing road oils and tars from painted surfaces
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have been found to be detrimental to aut<?motive paint.
If petrol is spilt on the paint when refilling, flush off immediately with clean water, as
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petrol has a tendency to stain or soften new paint finish during the weathering out
period, particularly when the car is exposed to high temperatures.
Petrol MUST NOT be used to clean any painted or plastic surfaces.
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Ventilation system intake
The intake area between the bonnet and windscreen may collect leaves, which will
impair air flow into the car.
It is recommended that this area be cleared of debris whenever you wash your car.
Under car washing
The effects of salt etc. from road surfaces can cause rust under the car. The underbody
should be hosed with plain water whenever the car is being washed. In geographical
areas having a heavy concentration of corrosive materials (such as by the sea) it is
recommended that the complete underbody be inspected and washed at least once
each year, preferably after a winter's exposure. Particular attention should be given to
cleaning out the underbody where dirt and other foreign materials may have collected.
Door drain holes
It is important that the drain holes at the
bottom of the door panels are checked to
make sure that they are free of dirt and
other foreign materials which could trap
water inside the panels. Clogged drain holes
can be cleaned with a small screwdriver
and these drain holes are angled towards
the rear of the car.
CARING FOR PAINTcont.
Chapter
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CLEANING