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4-1. Maintenance and care

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Automatic car washes

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Before washing the vehicle:

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Fold the mirrors back.

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Remove the antenna.

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Turn the power back door system off.

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Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm

your vehicle’s paint.

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High pressure automatic car washes

Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-

dows and the air suspension unit (if equipped). Before entering an automatic car

wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed properly.

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Aluminum wheels

Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes

or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners. Use the same

mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.

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Bumpers and side moldings

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

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To prevent deterioration and corrosion

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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

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After driving near the sea coast

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After driving on salted roads

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If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface

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If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint

° After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron

powder or chemical substances

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If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud

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If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

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If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.