After washing the car, dampness reduces the effectiveness of the brakes. Be sure to dry the brake discs by briefly pressing the brake pedal at the beginning of the movement.
Conservation
Cleanly washed and dried paintwork must be treated every 3 months with preservatives to protect the car's surface from atmospheric influences by creating a non-porous water-repellent wax layer.
Wipe up spilled fuel, oil or grease, and brake fluid immediately, otherwise the color of the paintwork may change.
The surface treatment must be repeated if the water does not collect in drops, but spreads over the surface. Regular treatment with preservatives contributes to the preservation of the gloss of the lacquer coating.
There is another possibility of protecting varnish coatings - with the help of detergent preservatives. However, detergent preservatives provide reliable protection for paintwork only if they are used at every car wash and at least every 2-3 weeks.
After using detergent (foaming) additional surface treatment with preservatives is especially recommended.
Attention! Preservation should not be carried out in the open sun.
Polishing
Polishing of the lacquer surface is necessary only if it has faded due to insufficient care, exposure to dust, harmful gases, weather conditions and preservatives cannot restore its shine.
Attention! Do not use coarse polishing pastes and chemically active polishing agents, despite preliminary good results.
Attention! Do not polish in the open sun.
Attention! Matte lacquer surfaces must not be treated with preservatives and polishes.
Be sure to wash and dry your car thoroughly before polishing. Then follow the instructions for using polishing agents.
It is necessary to polish in small areas to avoid premature drying of the polish. After surface treatment with some polishing agents, additional preservation is necessary.
Bituminous stain removal
Bitumen stains quickly penetrate into varnish coatings and can no longer be completely removed. Fresh stains can be removed with a soft cloth soaked in a special liquid for removing bituminous stains. In an emergency, use regular gasoline, kerosene, or turpentine.
Insect removal
Insects contain substances that can damage the lacquer film if not quickly removed. Use a mild, lukewarm soapy or detergent solution or insect repellant.
Care of parts made of artificial materials
Wash plastic parts, artificial leather seats, headlights and parts painted in matt black with water and special detergents. It is not recommended to pre-wet the surface of the body. Treat plastic parts if necessary with special cleaners.
Attention! Never use nitro paint thinner or gasoline.
Caring for rubber seals
Seal or sliding surfaces periodically dust with talcum powder or spray with silicone spray. This will keep them elastic and prevent creaking when the doors are closed. You can eliminate unpleasant sounds by wiping the contact surfaces with liquid soap.
Wheel rims
Alloy wheel rims require maintenance, especially in the cold season. To do this, you can use a special tool for cleaning disks.
Warning! Do not use strong, acidic, strongly alkaline or harsh cleaning agents or water at temperatures above +60°C.
Seat belts
Wash seat belts with mild soapy water without removing them. Do not dry clean them, which can damage the fibers. Roll the inertial belts dry, if necessary, use a special aerosol for better glide.
Attention! Never dry the belts at temperatures above 80°C and in the open sun.