Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep
their
luster. Washing
with
water
is
all
that
is
usually
needed. However, you may use chrome polish
on
chrome or stainless steel
trim,
if
necessary.
Use special care with
aluminum
trim.
To
avoid
damaging protective
trim,
never use auto
or
chrome
polish, steam or caustic
soap to clean alL1tninul-n.
A
coating
of
wax, rubbed
to
high polish, is recomInended
for all bright metal parts.
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
(If
Equipped)
Keep your
wheels
clean using
a
soft
clean cloth
with
mild soap and water. Rinse
with
clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a
soft clean towel.
A
wax
may then be applied.
The
surfkce
of
these wheels
is
similar to the painted
surface
of
your vehicle.
Don't
use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could
damage
the
surface.
Don't
take your vehicle through
an
automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes
can
also
damage the surface
of
these wheels.
Cleaning Tires
To
clean
your tires, use
a
stiff
brush
with
a tire cleaner.
NOTICE:
When applying
a
tire dressing always take care
to wipe
off
any overspray
or
splash from all
painted surfaces on the
body
or wheels
of
the
vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage
the paint finish.
Sheet Metal Damage
If
your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement. make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or
replaced
to
restore corrosion protection.
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