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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

To minimize scratches on the vehicle

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s 

paint finish:

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Rinse off any dirt or other foreign 
matter using lukewarm or cold water 
before washing.

•

Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water 
and a soft cloth when washing the 
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.

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Rub gently when washing or drying the 
vehicle.

•

Take your vehicle only to a car wash 
that keeps its brushes well maintained.

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Don

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t use abrasive cleansers or wax 

that contain abrasives.

Pay special attention to removing salt, 
dirt, mud, and other foreign material from 
the underside of the fenders, and make 
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of 
the doors and rocker panels are clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, 
industrial fallout, and similar deposits can 
damage the finish if not removed 
immediately. When prompt washing with 
plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap 
made for use on vehicles.

Thoroughly rinse off all soap with 
lukewarm or cold water. Don

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t allow soap 

to dry on the finish.

After washing the vehicle, dry it with a 
clean chamois to prevent water spots from 
forming.

•

Don

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t use steel wool, abrasive 

cleaners, or strong detergents 
containing highly alkaline or caustic 
agents on chrome-plated or 
anodized aluminum parts. This may 
damage the protective coating; also, 
cleaners and detergents may 
discolor or deteriorate the paint.

•

To prevent damaging the antenna, 
remove it before entering a car wash 
facility or passing beneath a low 
overhead clearance.

CAUTION

Driving with Wet Brakes:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. 
Increased stopping distance or the 
vehicle pulling to one side when 
braking could result in a serious 
accident. Light braking will indicate 
whether the brakes have been 
affected. Dry the brakes by driving 
very slowly and applying the brakes 
lightly until brake performance is 
normal.

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