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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
526
Automatic car washes
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We do NOT recommend washing your car in
an automatic wash during the first few
months (because the paint will not have
hardened sufficiently).
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An automatic wash is a simple and quick way
to clean your car, but it is worth remembering
that it may not be as thorough as when you
yourself go over the car with sponge and
water. Keeping the underbody clean is most
important, especially in the winter. Some
automatic washers do not have facilities for
washing the underbody.
NOTE
Condensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-
mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
CAUTION
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Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
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Make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary
lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed. Oth-
erwise there is risk of the machine dis-
lodging them.
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Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated
wheels using the same detergents used
for the body of the vehicle. Aggressive
wheel-cleaning agents can permanently
stain chrome-plated wheels.
WARNING
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When the vehicle is driven immediately
after being washed, apply the brakes,
including the parking brake, several times
in order to remove any moisture from the
brake linings.
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Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This con-
stitutes a fire risk.
Exterior components
Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the exte-
rior of your vehicle. The instructions for using
these products should be followed carefully. Sol-
vents or stain removers should not be used.
CAUTION
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Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub-
ber components
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Polishing chromed strips can wear away
or damage the surface
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Polishes containing abrasive substances
should not be used
Related information
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Paint damage (p. 530)
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Corrosion protection (p. 529)
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Polishing and waxing (p. 531)
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Windshield wipers in the service position
(p. 522)
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