Vehicle Care

Locks

The locks are factory-lubricated with high-quality lock cylinder grease. Use de-icing fluid only when absolutely necessary, as it removes the lock cylinder lubricant and may impair operation. After using de-icing fluid, be sure to have the locks lubricated at a service station.

Washing

Environmental factors affect the paint finish. Wash and wax the body regularly. At an automatic car wash, select a program that includes waxing.

Bird droppings, dead insects, tree sap, flower pollen, and other contaminants must be removed immediately, as their active substances can damage the paint.

When using a car wash, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Windshield and rear window wipers must be turned off. Lock the vehicle so that the fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Remove the antenna and external equipment, such as a roof rack, etc.

When washing by hand, thoroughly rinse the wheel wells.

Clean the edges and grooves of open doors and the hood, as well as the body areas they close against.

The hinges of all vehicle doors must be lubricated (performed at a service station).

Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam jet or high-pressure washer.

Wash and wipe the vehicle thoroughly with a chamois. Rinse the chamois as often as possible.

Use separate cloths for painted surfaces and glass: if wax gets onto the glass, visibility through it is reduced.

Do not try to scrape off resin with hard objects. On painted surfaces, use a resin remover spray.

Exterior Lighting

The headlight lenses and other lighting covers are made of plastic. Do not use abrasive, caustic or aggressive cleaners, ice scrapers, or dry cleaning methods.

Polishing and Waxing

Wax the vehicle regularly (at least after water stops beading on the surface). Otherwise, the paint finish may be damaged.

Polishing is necessary only if the paint has become dull or covered with hard deposits.

Silicone-based polish forms a protective film, so waxing is not required after using it.

Do not apply wax or polish to plastic parts.

Window Glass and Wiper Blades

Clean with a soft lint-free cloth or chamois together with glass cleaner and insect remover.

When cleaning the rear window, do not damage the heating element on its inner surface.

To remove ice mechanically, use a scraper with a sharp edge. Press the scraper firmly against the glass so that dirt does not get underneath it and scratch the glass.

Clean the wiper blade rubber strips with a soft cloth and window cleaner.

Sunroof Vent

Do not use solvents or abrasives, flammable or aggressive substances (for example, lacquer thinners, acetone-based liquids, etc.), acidic or strongly alkaline cleaners, or abrasive sponges. Do not apply wax or polish to the center area of the sunroof.

Wheels and Tires

Do not clean with a high-pressure jet.

Use special pH-neutral cleaning agents to wash the wheels.

The wheels are painted, and the same cleaning agents used for the body can be used to clean them.

Paint Damage

Minor paint damage can be repaired with a special touch-up pencil to prevent rust formation. Major paint defects and rust must be repaired at a service station.

Underbody

The underbody is partially covered with a PVC-based protective sealant, and a durable layer of protective wax is applied to critical areas.

Inspect the underbody after washing and apply wax if necessary.

Materials containing bitumen or rubber can damage the PVC coating. Have underbody maintenance performed at a service station.

Wash the underbody before and after winter, and periodically check the condition of the protective wax coating.