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CLEANING
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Do not do the following
Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or
freezing temperatures.
Do not scrape off mud or dirt without
pre-wetting.
Allow dirt to accumulate on the exteri-
or.
Allow rust to form following minor im-
pacts.
Do not use solvents not approved by
our Technical Department to remove
stains as this could damage the paint-
work.
Do not drive in snow or muddy condi-
tions without washing the vehicle, par-
ticularly under the wheel arches and
body.
Degrease or clean using
high-pressure cleaning equipment or
by spraying products not approved by
our Technical Department:
– mechanical components (e.g. engine
compartment);
– wheels (e.g. braking system compo-
nents such as brake callipers);
– underbody;
– parts with hinges (e.g. inside the
doors);
– painted plastic external fittings (e.g.
bumpers).
Doing this could give rise to corrosion
or operational faults.
Vehicles with a matte paint finish
This type of paint requires certain pre-
cautions.
You should do the following
Wash the vehicle by hand using plenty
of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle
sponge.
Do not do the following
Use wax-based products (polishing).
Rub too hard.
Wash the vehicle in a roller-type car
wash.
Attach stickers to the paintwork (risk of
leaving marks).
Wash the vehicle using a
high-pressure cleaning device.
Using a roller type car wash
Return the wiper stalk to the Park posi-
tion 🡺125 . Check the mounting of ex-
ternal accessories, additional lights
and rear view mirrors, and ensure that
the wiper blades are secured with ad-
hesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and re-
fit the antenna after washing.
Cleaning the headlights, sensors
and cameras
Use a soft cloth or cotton wool.
If this does not clean them properly,
moisten the cloth with soapy water,
then wipe clean with a soft damp cloth
or cotton wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Do not use alcohol-based cleaning
products or utensils such as scrap-
ers.
Cleaning stickers, decorative films,
etc.
You should do the following
Use a soft cloth or cotton wool.
Moisten it with soapy water, then al-
ways wipe clean with a soft cloth or
cotton wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Do not do the following
Use alcohol-based cleaning products.
Use utensils (e.g. a scraper).
Rub too hard.
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