BODYWORK MAINTENANCE
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114 - Maintenance
Degrease or clean using
high-pressure cleaning
equipment or by
spraying on products not
approved by our
Technical Department :
– mechanical
components (e.g. :
engine compartment) ;
– underbody ;
– parts with hinges
(e.g. : inside the doors) ;
– painted plastic
external fittings (e.g. :
bumpers).
Doing this could give
rise to corrosion or
operational faults.
Vehicles with a matte paint
finish
This type of paint requires certain
precautions.
You should do the following
Wash the vehicle by hand using plenty
of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle
sponge.
Do not do the following
Use wax-based products (polishing).
Rub too hard.
Wash the vehicle in a roller-type car
wash.
Attach stickers to the paintwork (risk of
leaving marks).
Wash the vehicle using
a high-pressure cleaning
device.
Using a roller type car wash
Return the wiper stalk to the park
position.Check the mounting of
external accessories, additional lights
and rear view mirrors, and ensure that
the wiper blades are secured with
adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and
refit the antenna after washing.
Cleaning the headlights,
sensors and cameras
Use a soft cloth or cotton wool. If this
does not clean them properly, moisten
the cloth with soapy water, then wipe
clean with a soft damp cloth or cotton
wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Do not use cleaning products
containing alcohol or utensils (e.g. :
a scraper).
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