Revision 1.0 - 12/08/2013
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Cleaning
Body Exterior
Exterior Paintwork
Caution
All cleaning materials must be used
strictly in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
Use neutral soaps and cleaners only.
When using automatic washers, ensure
plenty of water is used and that brush
pressure is not excessive.
Do not clean with dry cloths.
Do not use pressure washers.
Wash the paintwork regularly, either with
lukewarm water and a soft brush, or by
automatic washer.
Remove all contaminants etc., particularly
from behind mouldings and at joints using
a normal hose pipe only. Remove oil, diesel,
tar and sap stains with non-abrasive liquid
polish.
Repair surface fractures, deep scratches,
stone chips, etc. promptly.
Caution
All cleaning materials must be used
strictly in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
Use neutral soaps and cleaners only.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or polishes.
Do not use solvents: white spirit, petrol,
thinners, etc.
ABS
Sponge clean regularly with soap and
warm water.
The recommended composition of any
soaps used should be as shown:
Less than 20% Anionic Surfactant.
Less than 15% Non-Ionic Surfactant.
Non-Caustic Alkali 2-6% maximum.
PH level of between 10 and 12
No Solvents
No Ammonia
No Caustic Alkali
The detergent can be applied neatly to a
wet cloth / scrub pad.
If extremely stubborn marks are found,
Isopropyl Alcohol can be applied using a
cloth. The surface must be rinsed with either
hot or cold water immediately after use.
Caution
Do not use Acetone for cleaning ABS.
This will affect the surface of the ABS
upon exposure for just a short period
and will lead to discolouration.
See the Autoglym Cleaning manual for
more details.
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