Contents: Castles ↧ Washing ↧ Outdoor lighting ↧ Polishing and waxing ↧ Windshield and window wiper blades ↧ Wheels and tires ↧ Damage to paintwork ↧ Bottom ↧ Interior space and trim ↧ Plastic and rubber parts ↧
Castles
The locks are lubricated at the factory with high-quality lock cylinder grease. Use
de-icing agent should only be used when absolutely necessary, as this will remove the grease and will adversely affect the lock's performance. After using de-icing agent, contact a service workshop to have the lock refilled with grease.
Washing
The paintwork of your car is exposed to external conditions. Wash and wax your car regularly. When using an automatic car wash, select a program that includes a waxing procedure.
Bird droppings, dead insects, bitumen, pollen and the like should be removed immediately as they contain aggressive components that are harmful to the paintwork.
When using a car wash, strictly follow the manufacturer's instructions. Windshield and rear window wipers must be turned off. Block the car so that the fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Remove the antenna and external accessories, such as a roof rack, etc.
When washing your car by hand, remember that the inner surface of the wheel arches must also be thoroughly washed.
Clean the edges and curves of open doors and hoods and the areas they cover.
Contact a service center to apply grease to the door hinges.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam cleaner or high pressure jet cleaner.
Rinse and dry the car thoroughly. Rinse the cleaning cloth frequently. Use different materials for painted and glass surfaces: wax marks on windows impair visibility.
Do not use hard objects to remove tar stains. There are special aerosols for removing tar from painted surfaces.
Outdoor lighting
The covers of the headlights and other lighting devices are made of plastic.
Do not use abrasive or caustic agents to clean them, do not use an ice scraper, and do not wipe them dry.
To remove insect residue, greasy dirt or resin from exterior lamps and lenses, use only warm water, a soft cloth and car wash soap.
Harsh cleaning with a dry cloth may damage the exterior lights and lenses.
Do not clean exterior lights with heavy-duty car wash fluid.
Avoid using hazardous cleaning agents when the light is on. This may cause the diffuser to crack due to a chemical reaction.
Note: Follow the car wash instructions and use a mild detergent.
Failure to follow the car wash instructions may result in microcracks in the diffuser and cracks in the welding areas.
It is strictly forbidden to use the following substances for cleaning:
- Acetone
- Benzene
- Toluene
- Xylene
- Solvents
Polishing and waxing
Wax your car regularly (at least after the water stops running down the surface). Otherwise, the paintwork of the car may be damaged.
Polishing is only necessary when the paint loses its shine or when hard deposits begin to accumulate on it.
Polishing the paintwork with silicone creates a protective film, making waxing unnecessary.
Plastic body parts cannot be treated with wax or polish.
Windshield and window wiper blades
Use a soft, lint-free cloth or chamois along with glass cleaner and insect debris remover.
When washing the rear window, be careful not to damage the heating element located there.
To remove ice mechanically, use an ice scraper with a sharp edge. Press firmly on the glass with the scraper so that no dirt can get under it and cause scratches.
Clean sticking wiper blades with a soft cloth and glass cleaner.
Wheels and tires
Do not use high pressure jet cleaners.
To wash wheel rims, use a pH-neutral detergent.
Since the wheels are painted, they can be treated with the same cleaning agents as the body.
Damage to paintwork
Minor damage to the paintwork before rust starts to form can be repaired with a special touch-up pencil. More significant damage or areas with rust formation can only be repaired at a service station.
Bottom
Corrosive substances used to remove ice and snow or to combat dust can collect on the underside of your vehicle. If not washed off, these substances can accelerate the development of corrosion and rust.
Use regular water regularly to clean the underside of your car from these substances.
Carefully clean all areas where dirt and other debris may accumulate. Soften clumps in hard-to-reach places before rinsing.
Interior space and trim
Clean the interior of the vehicle, including the trim and dashboard, with a dry cloth or interior material cleaner.
The instrument panel should only be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
Fabric upholstery should be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner and a brush. Stains should be removed with a cleaning agent for upholstery material.
Seat belts should be cleaned using lukewarm water or a cleaning agent for interior materials.
Caution: Close any Velcro fasteners on your clothing as the Velcro used may damage the seat upholstery.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned using the same cleaning agent as for cleaning the body. If necessary, use a cleaning agent for interior materials. The use of any other agents is unacceptable. This especially applies to solvents and gasoline. Do not use high-pressure washers.