MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Cleaning wheel rims (p. 684)
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Rustproofing (p. 684)
Handwashing
The car should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. This means that the car is eas-
ier to clean since the dirt does not attach as
firmly. It also reduces the risk of scratches
and keeps the car fresh. Carry out cleaning in
a cleaning area with an oil separator, and use
car shampoo. Use cleaning agents and car
care products recommended by Volvo.
Important points to remember when
handwashing the car
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Avoid washing the car in direct sunlight.
This can cause the detergent or wax to dry
and have an abrasive effect.
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Remove bird droppings from the paint-
work as soon as possible. They contain
substances that damage and discolour
paintwork very quickly. For example, use
soft paper or sponge soaked in plenty of
water. An authorised Volvo workshop is
recommended for the removal of any dis-
colouration.
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Wash the underbody, including wheel
housings and bumpers.
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Rinse the entire car until the dissolved dirt
has been removed so as to reduce the risk
of scratches from washing. Do not spray
directly onto the locks.
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If necessary, use cold degreasing agent on
very dirty surfaces. Note that in this case,
the surfaces must not be hot from the sun.
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Wash using a sponge, car shampoo and
plenty of lukewarm water. Ensure that the
sponge is dirt-free. Dirt on the sponge
may cause you to scratch the car during
washing.
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Clean the wiper blades with a lukewarm
soap solution or car shampoo.
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Dry the car using a clean, soft chamois or
a water scraper. If you avoid allowing
drops of water to dry in strong sunlight,
you reduce the risk of water drying stains
which may need to be polished out.
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After the car has been washed, tar from
asphalt may remain. Use tar remover that
is recommended by Volvo to get rid of the
last spots.
WARNING
Always have the engine cleaned by a work-
shop. There is a risk of fire if the engine is
hot.
