2002 HYUNDAI ATOS User Manual

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CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARECORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

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Keep Your Garage DryKeep Your Garage Dry

Keep Your Garage Dry

Don't park your car in a damp, poorly ventilated

garage. This creates a favorable environment

for corrosion. This is particularly true if you

wash your car in the garage or drive it into the

garage when it is still wet or covered with snow,

ice or mud. Even a heated garage can contrib-

ute to corrosion unless it is well ventilated so

moisture is dispersed.

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Keep Paint and Trim in Good ConditionKeep Paint and Trim in Good Condition

Keep Paint and Trim in Good Condition

Scratches or chips in the finish should be cov-

ered with "touch-up" paint as soon as possible

to reduce the possibility of corrosion. If bare

metal is showing through, the attention of a

qualified body and paint shop is recommended.

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Don't Neglect the InteriorDon't Neglect the Interior

Don't Neglect the Interior

Moisture can collect under the floor mats and

carpeting to cause corrosion. Check under the

mats periodically to be sure the carpeting is dry.

Use particular care if you carry fertilizers, clean-

ing materials or chemicals in the car.

These should be carried only in proper contain-

ers and any spills or leaks should be cleaned

up, flushed with clear water and thoroughly

dried.

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WASHING AND WAXINGWASHING AND WAXING

WASHING AND WAXING

Washing Your HyundaiWashing Your Hyundai

Washing Your Hyundai

Never wash your car when the surface is hot

from being in the sun. Always wash your car in

the shade.

Wash your car frequently. Dirt is abrasive and

can scratch the paint if it is not removed. Air

pollution or acid rain may damage the paint and

trim through chemical action if pollutants are

allowed to remain in contact with the surface. If

you live near the ocean or in an area where

road salts or dust control chemicals are used,

you should pay particular attention to the under-

side of the car. Start by rinsing the car to

remove dust and loose dirt. In winter, or if you

have driven through mud or muddy water, be

sure to thoroughly clean the underside as well.

Use a hard direct stream of water to remove

accumulations of mud or corrosive materials.

Use a good quality car-washing solution and

follow the manufacturer's directions on the pack-

age. These are available at your Hyundai deal-

er or auto parts outlet. Don't use strong house-

hold detergents, gasoline, strong solvents or

abrasive cleaning powders as these may dam-

age the finish.

Use a clean sponge or cloth, rinse it frequently

and don't damage the finish by rubbing too

hard. For stubborn spots, dampen them fre-

quently and remove them a little at a time.

To clean whitewall tires, use a stiff brush or

soapy steel-wool scouring pad.

To clean plastic wheel covers, use a clean

sponge or soft cloth and water.

To clean cast aluminum alloy wheels, use a

mild soap or neutral detergent. Do not use

abrasive cleaners. Protect the bare-metal sur-

faces by cleaning, polishing and waxing. Be-

cause aluminum is subject to corrosion, be sure

to give aluminum alloy wheels special attention

in winter. If you drive on salted roads, clean the

wheels thoroughly afterwards.

After washing, be sure to rinse thoroughly. If

soapy water dries on the finish, streaking will

result.

When the weather is warm and the humidity

low, you may find it necessary to rinse each

section immediately after washing to avoid

streaking.

After rinsing, dry the car using a damp chamois

or soft, absorbent cloth. The reason for drying

the car is to remove water from the car so it will

dry without water spots. Don't rub, this can

damage the finish.

If you find any nicks or scratches in the paint,

use touch-up paint to cover them to prevent

corrosion. To protect the paintwork of the car

against corrosion, you must clean your Hyundai

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