Section 4 - Body And Trim; Cleaning The Vehicle - Club Car Turf 1 Service Manual

SECTION 4 – BODY AND TRIM
ý
DANGER
• See General Warning, Section 1, Page 1-1.
ý
WARNING
• See General Warning, Section 1, Page 1-1.

CLEANING THE VEHICLE

See General Warning, Section 1, Page 1-1.
CAUT ION
• Do not use detergents or cleaning solvents that contain ammonia, aromatic solvents, or alkali
materials on body panels or seats.
• Do not allow battery acid to drip on body panels. Battery acid will cause permanent damage.
Wash spilled battery acid from body panels immediately.
Each vehicle is equipped with an injection molded ArmorFlex
soap or detergent with a sponge or soft cloth for normal cleaning. Battery acid, fertilizers, tars, asphalt, creo-
sote, paint, or chewing gum should be removed immediately to prevent possible stains. Because the finish on
the front body is the same as the finish on today's automobiles, commercial automotive cleaning products
should be used. For general cleaning of the aluminum rear body, use a mild liquid soap and a sponge or soft
bristle brush. To remove oxidation or discoloration from aluminum, use a commercially available aluminum
cleaner paste and fine grade (no. 00) steel wool.
Club Car does not recommend any type of pressure washing or steam cleaning. Such a process will expose
electrical components to moisture. Moisture entering electrical components can result in water damage and
subsequent component failure.
The seats of the vehicle will last longer with proper cleaning. To preserve seat appearance, clean regularly
with mild soap or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth. Use a soft bristle brush to clean areas that are
especially soiled. Use the following guidelines:
Light Soiling – A solution of 10% liquid soap and warm water applied with a soft, damp cloth is recom-
mended. A soft bristle brush may be used if necessary. Wipe off any residue with a water dampened
cloth.
For Difficult Stains – Dampen a soft, white cloth with a solution of 10% household bleach (sodium
hypochlorite) and 90% water. Rub gently to remove stain, then rinse with a water dampened cloth to
remove bleach concentration.
For More Difficult Stains – Perform previous procedure using full-strength bleach; or allow bleach to
puddle on affected area for approximately 30 minutes. Rinse with a water dampened cloth to remove
any remaining bleach concentration.
CAUT ION
• To prevent damage to the vehicle when removing difficult stains or heavy soiling, remove the
seat bottom from the vehicle first.
®
front body and aluminum rear body. Use a mild
2012 Turf/Carryall Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual
4
Page 4-1