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6–46 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE
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CAUTION
• Avoid high-pressure car washes.
They may cause water to enter your
vehicle, damaging the interior.
We designed your vehicle to withstand
normal environmental conditions and
natural elements.
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CAUTION
Your antenna could be damaged by
the automatic car wash.
• Retract your power antenna by
turning the audio off.
• Remove your mast or roof antenna
manually.
Polishing and waxing
Periodically polish your vehicle to re-
move surface residue. After polishing,
protect the paint with a high quality
automotive wax.
Protecting exterior bright metal parts
Clean bright metal trim parts regularly.
Washing with water is all that is usu-
ally needed.
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CAUTION
• Never use an automotive or
chrome polish, steam, or a caustic
soap to clean or polish aluminum
trim.
Such materials can be too abrasive,
resulting in damage to trim and
wheels.
When waxing your car, also wax all
bright metal parts.
Cleaning aluminum wheels and wheel
covers
To preserve the original appearance of
the wheels and wheel covers, keep them
free from road dirt and brake dust
buildup.
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CAUTION
Do not use abrasive cleaners or
brushes to clean aluminum wheels or
wheel covers.
Clean the wheels/wheel covers regu-
larly, avoiding abrasive cleaners or
brushes that can damage the finish.
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