Anti-corrosion measures
Factors affecting the rate of corrosion
The accumulation of dirt, sand, ice, and snow in
the lower part of the vehicle body accelerates
corrosion.
Damage to the coating or other protective
layer caused by impacts from sand or stones or
minor accidents accelerates corrosion.
Driving in areas where the relative humidity
is high or where the temperature remains
above freezing point accelerate corrosion.
Pollution, salt in the air in coastal areas, and
excess salt used on roads accelerate the
corrosion of paint.
Higher temperatures accelerate the corrosion of
poorly ventilated parts.
How to prevent corrosion
Regularly clean the vehicle with clean cold
water and neutral vehicle detergent.
Regularly check whether the paint surface
has damage and make necessary repairs as
soon as possible.
Regularly check whether there is sand, dirt,
snow, or other material caked on the lower
part of the vehicle body. If so, wash it off with
water as soon as possible.
Keep the door drainage holes open to avoid
the accumulation of water.
Clean off insects, asphalt, cement, and other
similar material as soon as possible.
If you often drive on roads that have high
concentrations of salt, such as to melt snow,
in saline alkali areas, and near the coast,
wash off any material caked to the bottom of
the car at least monthly.
If you often drive on sand or gravel roads,
consider installing mudguards behind the
wheels.
Long term vehicle storage
Parking should not only protect the vehicle but
also allow easy access. If possible, please park
the vehicle undercover.
When you need to park for a long period (a
month or more), you should make the following
preparations:
Top up fuel.
Thoroughly wash and dry the bodywork.
Clean the inside of the vehicle to ensure it
is clean and tidy.
Release the parking brake and apply chocks
under the tires.
Slightly open a side window (if parked
undercover).
Disconnect the negative pole of the battery.
Pad the wiper blades with a folded towel or
cloth so that they are not in contact with the
windscreen.
To reduce sticking, silicone lubricants should
be sprayed on all door seals.
Use covers made from porous material such
as cotton to cover the vehicle. Nonporous
materials such as plastic sheeting tend to
build up moisture, which can damage the
paintwork.
When possible, run the engine for short
periods from time to time until it reaches
operating temperature.
The vehicle should be kept in a ventilated
environment with no hazardous or explosive
materials.
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