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Self-help, vehicle care
Windscreen wiper blades
Wax, such as that used in car washes, can
cause streaks to form on the windscreen
when the wiper is used.
Smearing wiper blades can be cleaned with
a soft cloth and Vauxhall Windscreen
Wash Solvent, and replaced if necessary –
see page 261.
Locks
The locks are lubricated with a high-quality
Lock Cylinder Grease in the factory. Only
use de-icer in urgent cases, since it has
a de-greasing effect and affects the
operation of the locks. Have the locks
regreased in a workshop after using
de-icer.
Engine compartment
Clean painted surfaces in the engine
compartment like any other painted
surface.
It is advisable to wash the engine
compartment before and after winter and
preserve it with wax. Cover alternator and
brake fluid reservoir with plastic sheets
before washing the engine.
When washing the engine with a steam-jet
cleaner, do not direct the steam jet at
components of the Anti-lock Brake System,
the air conditioning system
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, the
Electronic Climate Control
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, belt drive or
the fusebox.
Protective wax that has been applied will
be removed during an engine wash. You
should therefore have a workshop apply a
thorough coating of protective wax to the
engine, brake system components in the
engine compartment, axle components
with steering, body parts and cavities after
an engine wash.
An engine wash can be performed in the
spring in order to remove dirt that has
adhered to the engine compartment,
which may also have a high salt content.
Check protective wax layer and make good
if necessary.
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners in the
engine compartment.
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