Mack CHM 2010, Operator'S Handbook Manual

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194 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CLEANING YOUR VEHICLE
The best protection against environmental influences that can hurt your vehicle’s finish
is frequent washing and waxing. How often this is required depends on how much the
vehicle is used, where it is parked and weather conditions. Frequent washing is required
to remove oils, dirt and grime that can stain and oxidize the painted and polished surfaces
of your new truck.
Exterior Washing
Recommendations for the first 30 days...
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Only wash the vehicle by hand with cool water, a mild car wash solution and a soft cloth
or sponge. Stiff brushes or sponges can mar the finish and damage the surface. Do
not use a commercial truck wash.
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Wash the vehicle in the shade, never in direct sunlight.
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Do not dry wipe the finish; always use clean water. Dry wiping could scratch the finish.
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Do not park near factories with heavy smoke fallout for extended periods of time.
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Bird droppings have high acid content and can damage freshly painted surfaces. They
should be cleaned off as soon as possible.
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Do not spill gasoline, diesel fuel, oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, windshield washer
fluids, or any solvents of the like on the new finish. If you do...IMMEDIATELY rinse
off with water. DO NOT WIPE.
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Do not scrape ice or snow from surface. Brush off the loose material with a soft snow
brush.
Recommendations for the first 90 days...
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Do not wax or polish the vehicle; this will allow the finish to dry and harden completely.
(Do not use waxes or polishes that contain silicone.)
Note: Vehicles should be washed only in special wash bays to protect the environment
from cleaning agent contamination.
DANGER
Vehicle cleaning products must be handled
carefully, as these products may be
poisonous. Keep all cleaning products out
of the reach of children.
Note: Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.