2010 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 383

382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE heavy soil, use MOPAR௡ Wheel Cleaner or equivalent, or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only MOPAR௡ cleaners or equivalent are recommended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, may damage the wheels' protective finish. de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure - If Equipped packaged and sealed. Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider ner: mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting • Use MOPAR௡ Touch Up Paint or equivalent on with a clean, dry towel. scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up-paint to match the color of your vehicle. • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. • 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. Wheel and Wheel Trim Care • For tough stains, apply MOPAR௡ Total Clean or equivalent or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove