Vehicle graphics are design elements that can be applied to the vehicle body that are made of soft
polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
In areas where the vehicle is covered by vehicle graphics, the paint finish below the PVC covering is
protected from the weather and other environmental factors.
If vehicle graphics stay on the vehicle for a long time, you may notice a difference in appearance
between areas protected by vehicle graphics and areas where no vehicle graphics cover the paint
finish. These differences can normally be reduced by polishing the vehicle.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility for information on suitable care products.
Durability of vehicle graphics
Environmental factors such as exposure to sunlight, moisture, atmospheric pollutants, and stone
impact affect the durability and color of vehicle graphics. Signs of use and aging are normal and are
not a defect in the material.
After applying vehicle graphics, high summer temperatures or other factors may cause the material to
blister for a period of time. Blistering normally goes away on its own and does not have a lasting effect
on the material.
In moderate or warm climates, vehicle graphics may fade slightly after about 2 to 3 years. In warmer or
hot climates, vehicle graphics may already show signs of use and slight fading after about one year.
In very hot climates, heat exposure from direct sunlight can cause vehicle graphics to show signs of
aging, including fading, within one year.
Cleaning vehicle graphics
Vehicle graphics can be washed in an automatic car wash, provided that hot wax is not applied.
Please heed the information and instructions on,
Washing the vehicle
and,
Washing with a power
washer
.
When using a pre-spray cleaner or steam cleaner, always keep the nozzle at least 8 inches (20 cm)
from vehicle graphics
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.
Insect splatter, bird droppings, tree sap, road dirt, industrial deposits, tar, soot, road salt, and other
aggressive materials can damage vehicle graphics.
The longer these aggressive deposits stay on the vehicle graphics, the more damage they do. High
temperatures (including strong sunlight) increase their corrosive effects. Wash the vehicle immediately
and thoroughly with warm water or with a mild soap solution
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.
Remove stubborn deposits carefully with mild alcohol-based cleaners and then rinse with warm water.
Do not clean vehicle graphics with aggressive cleaning agents such as gasoline, paint thinner, or
solvents.
Caring for vehicle graphics
In general, follow the same care instructions for vehicle graphics as you do for the vehicle’s paint
finish,
Waxing and polishing vehicle paint
.
Apply a coat of liquid hard wax to vehicle graphics regularly, at least once every three months. Hard
wax smoothes out the surface and repels dirt.
To apply hard wax, use a microfiber cloth only.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility for information on suitable care products.
NOTICE
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Always keep the spray nozzle perpendicular to the edges and surface of vehicle graphics.
