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cleared out. You should also inspect the strips adjoining
all windows to ensure that they are diverting water from
entering the body panels.
Hot water is not recommended, especially in freezing
conditions as it may cause painted surfaces to crack. Also,
in freezing conditions, do not wash your vehicle unless you
can dry it completely. Door locks and rubber seals are
particularly sensitive to damage caused by freezing.
During the winter months it is important to clean
your Honda’s underside with either high pressure water or
steam. This should include the wheelhousings, bumpers,
the muffler, tailpipe and brackets.
If you are unable to perform this yourself, you should
locate a car wash equipped to perform this service.
In choosing a car wash you should be aware that
recycled cleaning solutions which have not been
adequately treated have proven to be contributing factors
to corrosion. Check with your car wash operator. These
recommendations also apply to vehicles used in areas
known to be above normal in atmospheric salts (such as
coastal regions) and those having above normal atmospheric
corrosives such as sulphur dioxide.
TOUCH UP TIPS.
If any metal has been exposed due to scratches or
chips from road debris, the area should be treated
immediately, by your Honda dealer, a qualified auto
body repair shop or yourself. If you choose to do the job
yourself, here are some important pointers:
1. Scrape the damaged surface completely clean of
any rust with sandpaper, a penknife or similar object.
2. Apply an anti-rust primer to the area and let it dry .
3. After drying, sand the edges for smoothness
without exposing more metal.
4. Apply the matching touch-up paint which is
available from your Honda dealer’s Parts Department.
If only the exterior paint has been chipped, and no
metal has been exposed, simply sand the edges smooth
and apply the matching body paint.
Anytime you see an indication of either cosmetic or
external corrosion, or perforation corrosion, however
caused, you should attend to it immediately to prevent
further damage.
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