The most common causes are:
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Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
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Stone and gravel impact.
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Insects, tree sap and tar.
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Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
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Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•
Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash
your vehicle in the shade using MOPAR
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Car
Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the
panels completely with clear water.
•
If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have
accumulated on your vehicle, use MOPAR
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Super Kleen Bug and Tar Remover to
remove.
•
Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as
MOPAR
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Cleaner Wax to remove road film,
stains and to protect your paint finish. Take
care never to scratch the paint.
•
Avoid using abrasive compounds and power
buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out
the paint finish.
CAUTION!
•
Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning
materials such as steel wool or scouring
powder that will scratch metal and painted
surfaces.
•
Use
of
power
washers
exceeding
1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) can result in damage
or removal of paint and decals.
Special Care
•
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you
drive near the ocean, hose off the undercar-
riage at least once a month.
•
It is important that the drain holes in the lower
edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk
be kept clear and open.
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If you detect any stone chips or scratches in
the paint, touch them up immediately. The
cost of such repairs is considered the re-
sponsibility of the owner.
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If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision
or similar cause that destroys the paint and
protective coating, have your vehicle re-
paired as soon as possible. The cost of such
repairs is considered the responsibility of the
owner.
•
If you carry special cargo such as chemicals,
fertilizers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such
materials are well packaged and sealed.
•
If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads,
consider mud or stone shields behind each
wheel.
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Use MOPAR
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Touch Up Paint on scratches
as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer
has touch up paint to match the color of your
vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•
All wheels and wheel trim, especially alumi-
num and chrome plated wheels, should be
cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water
to prevent corrosion.
•
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake
dust, use MOPAR
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Wheel Cleaner.
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