CARE
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In designing and building your new Honda we have
employed some of the most advanced rust-inhibiting
treatments and techniques available. Double-sided,
electro-galvanized steel has been used extensively and the
rugged unit-body has been designed to eliminate many
potential rust areas.
Our attention to these details, combined with a little
extra attention on your part can help keep your Honda
sparkling and rust-free a lot longer, especially when you
know the tricks of the trade.
Rust is caused by two factors. The first is the accumula-
tion of dirt and moisture in hard to get at cavities and other
areas under your vehicle. The second is the removal of
paint and protective coatings on the outside and
underneath the vehicle caused by stones, gravel or
minor accidents.
While it is difficult to generalize, certain environmental
conditions affect the rate of corrosion. Regions which expe-
rience high relative humidity, especially when tempera-
tures are above the freezing point will be subject to acceler-
ated corrosion. Also, regions where the atmosphere is affect-
ed by industrial pollution or where salt is used for de-icing
roads are prime candidates for increased rates of corrosion.
A GOOD WASHING DOES MORE GOOD THAN YOU’D THINK.
You should wash your vehicle at regular intervals, and
at least once a week under adverse conditions. When
washing, be sure that your Honda is in the shade and the
paint surface is cool. Begin by softening up the dirt on the
underside of the body and radiator area with a jet of water.
Then rinse the entire body until the dirt is loosened up.
Next, wash the dirt off using a sponge and plenty of
soapy water.
A soap specialized for washing vehicles is
avail
able from your Honda dealer.
Or a mild dish washing
detergent mixed with fresh, clean, lukewarm (not hot) water
may be used. After soaping, the vehicle should be rinsed
thoroughly.
After each washing, take a moment to inspect the
body finish for any nicks or scratches in the paint which
could give rust a place to begin.
Also, check the underside of the vehicle to ensure that
it is free from built-up dirt and that all protective under-
coatings are intact.
Be careful to clear out any drain holes in the bottom of
the doors and the tailgates on models so equipped. If your
Honda has ventilation holes in the bottom of either the
rocker panels or the rear fenders, they should also be
With A Little Care, Your Honda Investment Will Pay Even Greater Dividends.
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