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Chapter 10
CLEANING
CARIng foR PAInT
WARNINg
Do not spill coolant on the vehicle's exterior surfaces as it can damage the paint work.
If you do, wash it off immediately.
To help preserve that shiny new vehicle finish, pay special attention to correctly treating
those conditions that can damage the paint.
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Road bloom:
If, over a long period of time, oils, dirt, exhaust and other pollutants are allowed to
build up, they may combine to affect the paint finish.
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Etching:
Tree sap, bird droppings, egg white, salt water and other natural deposits can, if
allowed to stay on the paint, leave an etching or scarring.
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Pitting:
Tar spots and some industrial fallout can react chemically and may cause pitting to
the surface of the paint.
Note For certain body colours, some variation in gloss and colour may exist in the
engine bay, load compartment and on the underside of the vehicle.
PAInT InSPECTIon
Inspect the vehicle regularly for scratch marks, cracks or damaged areas, all of
which could develop rust. Repair any deep scratches, cracks or breakdown in the
finish without delay. Take care to ensure that any rusting is counteracted immediately,
otherwise rust 'creep' will extend beyond the damaged area, particularly in tropical or
coastal areas, where the moist, or salt-laden air accelerates rusting. The paint finish of
the vehicle gives a very high degree of protection against the weather, but wear and
deterioration occur when the vehicle is exposed to elements for prolonged periods.
The vehicle therefore should be garaged whenever possible.
To prevent damage of the paint surface, remove foreign matter as soon as possible.
Note Due to the acidity, remove foreign matter such as bird droppings within
24 hours, or sooner if driving in warm conditions.
ExTERIoR CLEAnIng
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