Cleaning exterior
In order to maintain the appearance of
your vehicle, it is important to take proper
care of it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
► after a rainfall to prevent possible
damage from acid rain
► after driving on coastal roads
► when contaminants such as soot, bird
droppings, tree sap, metal particles or
bugs get on the paint surface
► when dust or mud builds up on the
surface
Whenever possible, store or park your
vehicle inside a garage or in a covered
area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park
in a shady area or protect the vehicle with
a body cover.
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface when putting on or removing the body cover.
See also:
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the “Tire Pressu ...
Checking engine coolant level
Check the coolant level in the reservoir
when the engine is cold. If the coolant
level is below MIN 2 , open the reservoir
tank cap and add coolant up to the MAX1
level. If the reservoir tan ...
Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion
● The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas.
● Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone ch ...