SSANGYONG RODIUS 2006, Owner'S Manual

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VEHICLE CARE
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Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
should be repaired promptly. Bare metal will corrode quickly
and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips
and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials.
Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your
Distributor’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these materials are
not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on un-
derbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and the ex-
haust system even though they have been provided with cor-
rosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials
from the underbody with plain water. Take care to clean any
areas where mud and other debris can collect.
Sediment packed in closed areas of the frame should be loos-
ened before being flushed. If desired, your Ssangyong Dis-
tributor can do this service for you.
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When an engine is washed, fuel, grease and oil residues are
washed off. Therefore you should use only a filling station or a
Ssangyong Distributor who has oil separator equipment in the car
wash bay.
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Used engine oil, brake fluid, transmission fluid, antifreeze, batter-
ies and tires should be disposed of by using the local authorized
waste disposal facilities, or have them disposed of by the vendor
who is under a statutory obligation to do so when you replace
them.
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On no account must any of these items be placed in the house-
hold refuse bins or the fluids poured down the drains.
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Everyone should be concerned about environmental protection.
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Help by doing your share.
CAUTION