2010 Jeep Wrangler Owner's Manual - Page 484

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will • Bird droppings. have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underWashing body protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equivayou to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels resistance built into your vehicle. completely with clear water. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumupaint and protective coatings from your vehicle. lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove. The most common causes are: • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains, • Stone and gravel impact. and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • Insects, tree sap and tar. • Salt in the air near sea-coast localities. 7