Renault RAFALE - Page 343

CLEANING
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Maintenance - 341
Do not do the following
Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or
freezing temperatures.
Do not scrape off mud or dirt without
pre-wetting.
Allowdirttoaccumulateontheexteri-
or.
Allowrusttoformfollowingminorim-
pacts.
Using solvents not approved by our
Technical Department to remove stains
may damage the paintwork.
Donotdriveinsnowormuddycondi-
tionswithoutwashingthevehicle,par-
ticularly under the wheel arches and
body.
Degrease or clean using high-pressure
cleaning equipment or by spraying
productsnotapprovedbyourTechni-
cal Department:
– mechanical components (e.g. engine
compartment);
– wheels(e.g.brakingsystemcompo-
nents such as brake callipers);
– the underbody;
– the parts with hinges (e.g. inside the
doors);
– the painted plastic external fittings
(e.g. bumpers).
Doing this could give rise to corrosion
or operational faults.
Using a roller type car wash
ReturnthewiperstalktotheParkposi-
tion 🡺152.Checkthemountingofex-
ternal accessories, additional lights
and rear view mirrors, and ensure that
thewiperbladesaresecuredwithad-
hesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Check that the fuel filler flap is closed
then lock the vehicle.
Remembertoremovethetapeandre-
fit 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.
The use of cleaning products con
taining alcohol or utensils (e.g. a
scraper) is prohibited.
Cleaning stickers, decorative films,
etc.
You should do the following
Use a soft cloth or cotton wool.
Moisten it slightly with soapy water
then always wipe clean with a soft
cloth or cotton wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Do not do the following
Use alcohol-based cleaning products.
Use utensils (e.g. a scraper).
Rub too hard.
Washthevehicleusingahigh-pres-
sure cleaning device.
Interior trim maintenance
A well-maintained vehicle will last
longer. It is therefore recommended to
maintaintheinteriorofthevehiclereg-
ularly.
A stain should always be dealt with
swiftly.
Whatever the type of stain, use cold
(or tepid) soapy water prepared with
natural soap.