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Windows
When cleaning the heated rear window 3,
make sure that the heating element on the
inside of the wind ow is not d amaged.
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather
in conjunction with Window Cleaner and
Insect Re mover.
Vauxhall Windscreen Wash Solvent is
suitable for de-icing windows.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
commercially a vailable sharp-edged ice
scraper. Press the scra per firmly against
the g lass so that no dirt can get under it
and scratch the glass.
Windscreen wiper blades
Wax, such as that used in car washes, can
cause streaks to form on the windscreen
when the w iper are use d.
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent, and replaced if necessary –
see page 222.
Locks
The locks are lubricated with a hig h-grad e
lock cylinder grease at the fac tory.
Vauxhall lock cylinder grease prevents the
locks from freezing up. Only use de-icing
agent in emergencies, as they have a
degreasing effect and will impair the
function of the locks. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks re-greased. We
recommend that you entrust this to your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Engine compartment
Clean painted surfaces in the engine
compartm ent like any other painted
surface.
For best results, wash and wax the engine
compartm ent before and after winter.
Before washing the engine, cover the
alternator and brake fluid reservoir with
plastic sheeting.
When washing the engine with a steam-
jet cleaner, do not direct the steam jet
at com ponents of the Anti-lock Brake
System 3, the automatic air conditioning
system 3 or the belt drive and its
components.
Protective wax that has been applied is
also removed during the engine wash. For
this reason, have the engine, brake system
components in the engine c om partment,
axle components with steering , body parts
and c avities thoroughly preserved with
protec tiv e w ax after the wash. We
recommend that you consult your Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer.
An e ng ine wash can be pe rformed in the
spring in order to remove dirt that has
adhered to the engine compartment,
which may also have a high salt content.
Che ck protective wax layer and make good
if nec essary .
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners on
wheels and tyres.
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