Mazda 2 Quiz
Operation and maintenance

Maintaining chrome parts

In this manual: Operation and maintenance
Driving — 65Operation and maintenance — 45IN AN EMERGENCY — 45Interior comfort — 40Technical data — 4Customer Information — 9Getting to know your Mazda — 32Standard Safety Equipment — 24Your Vehicle - At a Glance — 12Fuel Requirements (SKYACTIV-G 1.3, SKYACTIV-G 1.5) — 1Fuel Requirements (SKYACTIV-D 1.5) — 1Emission Control System (SKYACTIV-G 1.3, SKYACTIV-G 1.5) — 1Emission Control System (SKYACTIV-D 1.5) — 1Engine Exhaust Emissions (Carbon Monoxide) — 1Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs — 1Replacing interior bulbs — 1
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  • Use a remover for road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool.
  • To prevent corrosion of chrome parts, apply wax or chrome preservative to them and polish until shiny.
  • In low temperatures or in coastal areas, coat chrome parts with a thicker layer of wax or preservative than usual. These parts can also be covered with corrosion-resistant technical petroleum jelly or another protective agent.

CAUTION

Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners or strong detergents containing alkaline or caustic compounds to clean chrome or anodized parts. They may damage the protective coating and cause discoloration or damage to the paint.

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