Exterior
CARE OF THE VEHICLE
10-1
Washing
The vehicle can be washed with special
vehicle shampoo.
Chemical cleaners, alcohol, glass cleaner or
cleaners containing benzene or similar may
not be used. The cleaners may not contain
any softeners as this can lead to cracks or
brittleness. Instead, clean the acrylic
windows with water, a clean sponge and a
soft cloth. Stickers and window pictures can
also damage the windows.
The window seals should not be cleaned
with abrasives or other cleaning agents.
Only apply talcum powder once a year.
Decorative strips and names or writing
The decorative strips and writing should not
be cleaned with high-pressure cleaners or
tar removers, as they can become detached
or damaged.
Otherwise they can be cleaned in the same
way as the rest of the vehicle surface.
Conserving the exterior finish
The same applies to the conservation of the
body as to the basic vehicle. Timely
conservation makes cleaning easier, as dirt
does not adhere so easily. But even if
conservation liquid is used regularly for
washing, the vehicle should be treated at
least twice a year with hard wax polish.
At least once a year the glass fibre
composite walls of the body should be
treated with a polish suitable for gel coat
(marine sector) and should then be sealed.
Underfloor protection
Additional underfloor protection is not
necessary for the body, as it is provided with
a glass fibre surface.
As damage to this surface cannot be avoided
while driving, the underfloor of the body
should be checked and if necessary repaired
at regular intervals, preferably during the
annual sealing check.
