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When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high
water pressure car washers are
available depending on the type of car
wash machine. If the car washer nozzle
is put too close to the vehicle, the
force of the spray could damage or
deform the molding,
aect
the
sealability of parts, and allow water to
penetrate the interior. Keep a sucient
space (30 cm (12 in) or more)
between the nozzle and the vehicle. In
addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle,
and be very careful when spraying
between gaps in doors and around
windows.
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the finish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle
body, wax the metal trim to maintain
its lustre.
1. Use wax which contains no
abrasives.
Wax containing abrasives will
remove paints and could damage
bright metal parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for
metallic, mica, and solid colours.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe o the wax with a soft cloth.
NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
o the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not need it.
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Paint Damage Touch-up
Repair damage to the finish caused by
stone chipping, damage during parking
etc., by using Mazda touch-up paint
before rust begins to form. First,
remove the dirt and grease with a
clean soft cloth.
If rust has already begun to form:
1. Remove rust completely with
sandpaper.
2. Wipe with a clean soft cloth.
3. Apply rust preventive primer to the
area.
4. After drying it completely, apply a
suitable top coat material to the
area.
Of course there will be no problem if
you assign the work to an expert
repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer).
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Cavity Protection
Cavities are treated for protection at
the factory, but additional protective
treatment after the vehicle has been
put into use will extend the life of the
body.
Consult an expert repairer (we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer) concerning this additional
precaution.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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