2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner's Manual - Page 299

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 • Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, deicer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel. CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with flame or woodgrain graphics, it is recommended that special care be taken when using hand-held pressure washers to clean your vehicle. The pressure of these hand-held car wash wands can vary greatly and could possibly cause damage to the surface of the graphic. Hold the tip of the wand at least 12 inches away from the graphic surface when cleaning the vehicle. Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially Aluminum and Chrome plated, should be cleaned regularly, when cool, using mild soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion. Wash them with the same soap solution as the body of your vehicle. Rinse wheels thoroughly. 7