Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual (GMK-Localizing-Israel-15672694) - 2022 -
CRC - 3/17/21
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Vehicle Care
necessary, as this has a degreasing effect
and impairs lock function. After using
de-icing agent, have the locks regreased by
a workshop.
Washing
The paintwork of your vehicle is exposed to
environmental influences. Wash and wax
your vehicle regularly. When using
automatic vehicle washes, select a
programme that includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, pollen
and the like should be cleaned off
immediately, as they contain aggressive
constituents which can cause paint damage.
If using a vehicle wash, comply with the
vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions.
The windshield wipers and rear window
wiper must be switched off. Lock the vehicle
so that the fuel filler flap cannot be opened.
Remove antenna and external accessories
such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand, make
sure that the insides of the wheel housings
are also thoroughly rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened doors and
the hood as well as the areas they cover.
Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with a pH
value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot
surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors greased
by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle.
Rinse leather frequently. Use separate
leathers for painted and glass surfaces :
Remnants of wax on the windows will
impair vision.
Do not use hard objects to remove spots of
tar. Use tar removal spray on painted
surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlamp and other lamp covers are made
of plastic.
Do not use any abrasive or volatility solvent,
do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean
them dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the latest
when water no longer beads). Otherwise,
the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint has
become dull or if solid deposits have
become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with
wax or polishing agents.
Windows and windshield wiper blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather
together with window cleaner and insect
remover.
When cleaning the rear window, make sure
the heating element inside is not damaged.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the scraper
firmly against the glass so that no dirt can
get under it and scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a soft
cloth and window cleaner.
