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GENERAL INFORMATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings.
B
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE
VEHICLE
When pressure washing vehicle, do not use pressure
in excess of 700 psi. To prevent cosmetic damage, do
not use any abrasive or reactive solvents to clean
plastic parts.
It is important that proper techniques and cleaning
materials be used.
Normal cleaning of vinyl seats and plastic or rubber trim
requires the use of a mild soap solution applied with a
sponge or soft brush and wipe with a damp cloth.
Removal of oil, tar, asphalt, shoe polish, etc. will require
the use of a commercially available vinyl/rubber
cleaner.
The painted surfaces of the vehicle provide attractive
appearance and durable protection. Frequent washing
with lukewarm or cold water is the best method of pre-
serving the painted surfaces.
Do not use hot water, strong soap or harsh chemical
detergents.
Rubber parts should be cleaned with non-abrasive
household cleaner.
Occasional cleaning and waxing with non-abrasive
products designed for ‘clear coat’ automotive finishes
will enhance the appearance and durability of the
painted surfaces.
Corrosive materials used as fertilizers or for dust control
can collect on the underbody of the vehicle. These
materials could cause corrosion of underbody parts. It is
recommended that the underbody be flushed occasion-
ally with plain water. Thoroughly clean any areas where
mud or other debris can collect. Sediment packed in
closed areas should be loosened to ease it’s removal,
taking care not to chip or otherwise damage paint.
If the engine does not start or runs improperly after washing,
remove the spark plug wires (by pulling the spark plug boots,
never the wires) and blow them dry. Reinstall the wires.
Remove moisture from coil by blowing across top.
VEHICLE CARE PRODUCTS
To help maintain the vehicle, the manufacturer has sev-
eral products, available through a local Distributor, an
authorized Branch, or the Service Parts Department,
among them are
•
Touch-up paint specially formulated to match
vehicle colors for use on both metal and TPE
(plastic) bodies. (P/N 28140-G** and 28432-G**)
•
Multi-purpose Battery Protectant formulated to
form a long-term, flexible, non-tacky, dry coating
that will not crack, peel or flake over a wide tem-
perature range. (P/N 75500-G01)
•
White Lithium Grease designed to provide lubri-
cation protection in areas where staining or dis-
coloring is a problem, or in areas of extreme
temperature ranges. (P/N 75502-G01)
•
Penetrant/Lubricant, a 4-in-1 product that pene-
trates the most stubborn of frozen parts, lubri-
cates leaving a light lubricating film, prevents
corrosion by adhering to wet or dry surfaces and
displaces moisture, sealing against future mois-
ture return. (P/N 75503-G01)
•
Multi-purpose Cleaner and Degreaser that con-
tains natural, environmentally safe solvents. (P/N
75504-G01)
•
Multi-purpose Hand Cleaner is an industrial
strength cleaner containing no harsh solvents,
yet gently lifts grease off hands. May be used
with or without water. (P/N 75505-G01)
•
Battery Cleaner that promotes easy, non-violent
neutralization of battery acids and battery acid
crystals. The resulting sodium salts are water
soluble and easily washed away. (P/N 75506-
G01)
•
Biodegradable Cleaner that cleans the toughest
dirt and heavy soils by breaking down grease to
be easily wiped or rinsed away. (P/N 75507-G01)
•
Multi-purpose Value Pack sampler package
including 4 ounce (118 ml) aerosol cans of Bat-
tery Protector, Penetrant/Lubricant, White Lith-
ium Grease, and Carburetor and Choke Cleaner.
(P/N 75508-G01)
•
Plexus plastic cleaner and polish removes minor
scratches from windshield. (P/N 28433-G**)
TOP AND WINDSHIELD
The top does not provide protection from roll
over or falling objects.
The windshield does not provide protection
from tree limbs or flying objects.
Clean with lots of water and a clean cloth. Minor
scratches may be removed using a commercial plastic
polish or Plexus plastic cleaner.
