MG Hector Plus - Vehicle Exterior Maintenance and Cleaning

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Do not use the following materials for
cleaning:
Ÿ Carbon tetrachloride
Ÿ Gasoline
Ÿ Benzene
Ÿ Naphtha
When using any cleaning agent or other
chemical products inside the vehicle, please
open the doors for proper ventilation.
To avoid permanent color change of light-
colored interior trims, do not allow the easy-
to-discolor fabrics to come into contact with
the seat liner unless both materials are
completely dry. Fabrics with easy-to-discolor
materials are:
Ÿ Casual clothes
Ÿ Dyed denim
Ÿ Leather
Ÿ Kidskin
Ÿ Newspapers and decorative paper
Avoid prolonged exposure to cleaning
agents and other chemical vapors. Such
chemical vapor is extremely dangerous
and harmful to the health, especially in
limited space without ventilation.
Caution
Vehicle Interior Maintenance and
Cleaning
Clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle
with proper cleaning methods and materials.
Use a vacuum cleaner or a banister brush to
remove dust and scum that accumulate on the
fabric inside the vehicle frequently.
Wipe the vinyl plastics and leather trims
regularly with a clean wet cloth.
Remove dust, spots or stains on trims with a
suitable cleaning agent.
Clean the interior trims of the vehicle
with proper cleaning methods and
materials.
Otherwise, it will produce water spots,
watermarks and permanent spots,
especially during the first washing.
These substances will permanently
damage the vehicle.
Caution
Seat Belt Maintenance
Keep the seat belts clean and dry. Prevent seat
belts from being contaminated by polishing
agents, oils and chemical products, especially
battery fluid, bleaching powder or dyestuff.
These contaminants will reduce the strength
of the seat belt material. Check all seat belt
parts regularly. Replace any damaged seat belt
or part immediately.
The seat belt or related parts that are
stretched during the accident must be
replaced, even if the damage is not obvious or
is not visible. The seat belt for replacement
must be new.
MG Motor suggests replacing the whole seat
belt assembly after collision. It is not necessary
to replace the seat belt after it is checked to be
undamaged and normal by the MG Authorised
Service Center for solution.
The seat belt must be kept in good
working condition to maintain its normal
function.
Note
Glass Surface
Make sure that the window glass is clean,
which helps reduce glare and improve vision.
Front Windshield Outside Cleaning
Waxes or other materials on the front
windshield and blade may cause the blade to
shake when working. Moreover, such foreign
matters are not conducive to keeping the
front windshield clean. Clean the outside of
the front windshield regularly with a non-
abrasive cleaning agent.
Water does not form water droplets on the
clean front windshield.
VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
The non-abrasive cleaning agent will
scratch the glass and damage the rear
windshield defroster grid lines.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent on
vehicle glass. Otherwise, it will affect the
driver's vision.
Note
Decals will affect the rear windshield
defroster.
Do not paste decals on the inner side of
the rear windshield. Otherwise, it will
affect the driver's vision.
Note
Vehicle Exterior Maintenance and
Cleaning
Vehicle Washing
The best way to maintain the finish paint of
vehicles is to wash it regularly and keep it
clean.
Ÿ Park the vehicle in the place where is not
directly exposed to sunlight.
Ÿ Wash the vehicle with the specified
neutral soap liquid and cold or warm
water.
Ÿ Be sure to remove the soap liquid and
cleaning agent from the surface by the
means of flushing.
Exterior Bright Metal Parts Protection
Clean the bright metal trims regularly. They
are usually washed with water. When waxing
the vehicle, please also wax these bright metal
parts.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent or
brush to clean aluminum wheels or wheel
trim covers.
Note
MG Motor vehicles are designed to operate
under normal environmental conditions and
natural factors.
Do not use household dishwashing
detergent to wash the vehicle. The
dishwashing detergent can wash off paint
and wax.
Av o id e x ce s s i ve v e hi c le w a sh i n g
pressure. Water may enter the vehicle
and damage the interior.
Note
Polishing and Waxing
Regular polishing can remove residues from
the surface of the vehicle. After polishing, use
high-quality car wax for protection.
It is forbidden to clean or polish
aluminum trims with automotive or
chrome polishing agent, steam or
alkaline soap liquids. These substances
are abrasive and may damage trims and
wheels.
Note
VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
· Keep yourself, test leads, clothing, and
other objects clear of electrical
connections and hot or moving engine
parts.
· Do not wear watches, rings, or loose
clothing when working in an engine
compartment.
· Make sure no loose material (Cloth or
other inflammable material etc) is left
(but not limited to) inside engine
compartment / Engine Cover / Fender
after washing.
Warning
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Trim
Cover Cleaning
To maintain the original appearance of the
wheel and wheel trim cover (if any), do not
allow them to collect dust or brake dust.
Clean the wheel / wheel trim cover regularly.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agent or brush
that may damage the finish paint.