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Cleaning and Vehicle Care
Observe all safety precautions on
cleaning products; Do Not drink
uidsandkeepthemawayfromthe
eyes.
Exterior
Washing Your Car
Some high pressure cleaning
systemswillpenetratedoor,window
and sunroof seals, and damage lock
mechanisms. DO NOT aim water
jets directly at components that
might be easily damaged. Ensure
the vehicle power system is OFF
when washing your car.
Donotcleanthefrontcompartment
with high pressure water since it
may damage the electrical system
of the vehicle.
In order to preserve the paint finish on your
car, please observe the following care points:
• DO NOT use hot water to wash the car.
• DO NOT use detergents or washing up
liquid.
• In hot weather, DO NOT wash the car in
direct sunlight.
• When using a hose, DO NOT aim the
water directly at window, door or
sunroof seals, or through wheel apertures
onto the brake components.
If the car is particularly dirty, use a hose to
flush grime and grit from the bodywork, prior
to washing. Then, wash the car using cold or
lukewarm water containing a good quality
wash and wax shampoo. Always use plenty of
water to ensure that grit is flushed from the
surface and not ground into the paintwork.
After washing, rinse the bodywork with clean
water and dry off with a chamois leather.
Cleaning the underside
Note:DONOTuseahighpressurehose
tocleanthefrontcompartment–damage
to the car’s electronic systems may occur.
From time to time, but particularly during
winter months when salt has been used on
the roads, use a hose to wash the underside
of the car. Flush away accumulations of mud
and thoroughly clean those areas where
debris can easily collect (wheel arches and
panel seams, for example).
IMPORTANT
• Avoid cleaning the vehicle in direct
sunlight.
• When cleaning the vehicle in winter avoid
spraying water directly onto door locks
and panel gaps due to risk of icing.
• Do not use rough sponges or cloth
to clean the car, this will damage the
paintwork finish.
• When cleaning the headlamps do not use
a dry cloth or sponge, use only warm
soapy water.
Cleaning with a High Pressure Cleaner
Note: Always read the manufacturers
operatinginstructions.
When using high pressure washers, always
ensure there is adequate distance between
the spray nozzle and any soft materials, decals
or rubber seals.
Maintenance