2010 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 429
2010 Dodge Nitro Manual
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428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Adding Fluid Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protection. specified above. The following maintenance recommendations will enable Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer's recommended fluid. Refer to you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining resistance built into your vehicle. Your Vehicle" for further information. What Causes Corrosion? Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- The most common causes are: graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly • Stone and gravel impact. corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, • Insects, tree sap and tar. which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.