2012 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 533

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 Special Care • • • • • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider a month. mud or stone shields behind each wheel. It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and cargo area be kept • Use MOPAR௡ Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer clear and open. has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is Wheel And Wheel Trim Care considered the responsibility of the owner. • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective coating, with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of MOPAR௡ Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a the owner. non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. 7