08 Car Care - Volvo S40 Owner's Manual

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08 Car care

Washing and cleaning the car
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Washing and cleaning the car
Washing the car
The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car:
The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots adhere to the paint
and may cause damage. To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly important to wash the car frequently
in the wintertime when salt has been used on the roads.
Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents and wax to dry out and
become abrasive. To avoid scratching, use lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a soft
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be
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