Exterior Care - Honda 2012 CR-V Owner's Manual

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Exterior Care

Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
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Washing the Vehicle
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
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Using an Automated Vehicle Wash
• Remove the audio antenna.
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• Fold in the door mirrors.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated vehicle wash.
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Using High Pressure Cleaners
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior. Do not spray water into the engine compartment.
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Do not spray water into the air intake vents or engine
compartment. It can cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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