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Waxing
Wax the car when water will no longer " b e a d " on the paint.
Always wash and dry the car before you wax it.
Use a good quality liquid or paste wax, and follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Wax all the metal trim to keep its
luster.
NOTE: Removing oil, tar, etc., with a spot remover will usual-
ly strip the wax from the surrounding finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the car does not yet need
waxing.
Aluminum Alloy Wheels (EX)
CAUTION:
Wash the wheels after driving on snowy or icy roads where
salt has been applied.
Avoid off-road driving. Brush, rocks, dirt and severe impact
may damage the wheels.
Install tire chains carefully. Improperly installed chains can
cause damage to the wheels.
Honda aluminum wheels are treated with a protective finish.
Wash them with a low-phosphate detergent and sponge.
Do not use abrassive cleaners or stiff brushes.
Always install aluminum wheels in sets of four. If mixed
with other types, the car's handling may be affected.
Rust Prevention
Rusting is likely to occur in parts of the car where water is trap-
ped or where there is continual dampness.
Water will collect inside doors and body panels if drain holes
become clogged.
Water which seeps under or soaks floor mats will subject
floor sections to prolonged wetness or dampness.
Road dirt or sand, which collects and fills recesses on the
underside of the car, retains moisture long after the rest of
the car has dried.
The removal of paint and undercoating by stones, gravel, and
minor accidents immediately exposes metal to air and mois-
ture.
Rusting is increased by high humidity and by the presence of
corrosive substances in the air or on the roads.
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