Vehicle Care And Cleaning; Washing - Mahindra XUV 500 Owner's Manual

Vehicle Care and
Cleaning

Washing

• Letting dirt collect on the vehicle can
c a u s e s c r a t c h e s o n t h e pa i n t .
Leaving bird droppings unwashed
can cause permanent damage to the
paint finish. However, you can
preserve the vehicle's looks by
washing it regularly.
• Wash the vehicle in shade and not in
d i r e c t s u n l i g h t o r i n f r e e z i n g
t em pe r a t u r e s . I f t he v e h i c l e i s
e x p o s e d t o t h e s u n , m o v e t h e
v e h i c l e i n t o s h a d e a n d l e t t h e
exterior cool off before you start
washing.
CAUTION
Avoid using chemical solvents and
strong cleaners that can damage
the paint and metal of the vehicle.
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Washing Tips
• Rinse the vehicle thoroughly to
remove loose dirt
• Make a solution of a detergent,
made especially for vehicle washing,
and cool water
• Use a soft bristle brush, sponge or
soft cloth with the detergent solution
to wash the vehicle
• Rinse frequently
Check the body for road tar, tree sap, etc.
R e m o v e t h e s e s t a i n s . R i n s e i t o ff
immediately so that it does not harm the
finish.
When the exterior is washed and rinsed,
dry it with a soft towel or chamois. Letting
it dry in the air will cause dulling and leave
water spots on the surface.
As you dry the vehicle, inspect for chips
and scratches that could start corrosion.
Repair them with the recommended
touch-up paint.
Alloy Wheels: Use only a mild soap or
neutral detergent
Plastic Bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not
scrub with abrasive cleaners
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
NOTICE
Mahindra is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
w a s h e s o r i m p r o p e r w a s h i n g .
Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car washer that uses high
speed / hard brushes.
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