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Bright-Metal Maintenance
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Use tar remover to remove road tar
and insects. Never do this with a
knife or similar tool.
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To prevent corrosion on bright-metal
surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high
lustre.
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During cold weather or in coastal
areas, cover bright-metal parts with a
coating of wax or preservative
heavier than usual. It would also help
to coat them with noncorrosive
petroleum jelly or some other
protective compound.
CAUTION
Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodised
aluminium parts. This may result in
damage to the protective coating and
cause discolouration or paint
deterioration.
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Undercoating
This special coating is applied to the
critical parts of the underside to
protect vehicles from damage caused
by chemicals or stones. This coating is
liable to be damaged with time. Check
this coating periodically.
Should repairs be necessary, consult an
expert repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer). They are
well informed on how repairs should
be made.
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Aluminium Wheel Maintenance
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A protective coating is provided over
the aluminium wheels. Special care is
needed to protect this coating.
CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could
discolour or stain the aluminium
wheels.
NOTE
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Do not use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on aluminium
wheels. They may damage the
coating.
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Always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be
sure to clean the wheels after driving
on dusty or salted roads to help
prevent corrosion.
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Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses
high-speed or hard brushes.
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Plastic Part Maintenance
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When cleaning the plastic lenses of
the lights, do not use petrol, paran,
rectified
spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these
chemical agents can discolour or
damage the surfaces resulting in a
significant loss in functionality. If
plastic parts become inadvertently
exposed to any of these chemical
agents, flush with water immediately.
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If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
petrol, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discolouration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe
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any such chemical agents or fluids
using a soft cloth immediately.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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