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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

 Aluminum Wheel Maintenance

A protective coating is provided over the 

aluminum wheels. Special care is needed 

to protect this coating.

CAUTION

Do not use any detergent other than 

mild detergent. Before using any 

detergent, verify the ingredients. 

Otherwise, the product could discolor 

or stain the aluminum wheels.

NOTE



  Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive 

cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent 

on aluminum wheels. They may damage 

the coating.

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  Always use a sponge or soft cloth to 

clean the wheels.

  Rinse the wheels thoroughly with 

lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure 

to clean the wheels after driving on 

dusty or salted roads to help prevent 

corrosion.

 Convertible Top Maintenance

The convertible top is made of a special 

high-grade material, but if it's not taken 

good care of, hardening, staining, and 

loss of luster will result. Maintain it under 

these guidelines.

Washing

Do not wait until the convertible top gets 

really dirty before cleaning it. Dirt that's 

there too long will cause deterioration.

1.  Before washing, remove dust and 

coarse particulate with a soft brush.

2.  Gently clean the convertible top with 

a synthetic neutral detergent, lots of 

water, and a soft brush.

3.  Rinse it thoroughly with clean water to 

remove all the soap.

4.  Wipe it as dry as you can before the 

water dries on it.

5.  Then allow it to dry completely before 

lowering it.

CAUTION



  Automatic and high-pressure car washes 

are harmful to a convertible top. Avoid 

them.



  Do not spray water directly on the 

area where the window glass and 

the convertible top meet. This would 

probably cause water to enter the cabin.



  Do not spray water directly on the seam 

area of the body and the convertible top 

as it could result in water penetrating the 

cabin and trunk.



  Some leather treatment products can 

ruin the convertible top's gloss. Be careful 

of the one you choose.



  Test on an inconspicuous, small corner of 

the convertible top if you are not sure.



  Do not wipe the convertible top using 

alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic 

solvents such as thinner, benzene, or 

gasoline. Otherwise, they may cause 

discoloration or stains.

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