Dodge 2010 Dakota - Manual (Page 365)

• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR௡ Touch Up Paint or equivalent on
scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer
has touch up-paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with
a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, use MOPAR
௡ Wheel Cleaner or equivalent, or
select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use
scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal pol-
ishes. Only MOPAR
௡ cleaners or equivalent are recom-
mended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car
washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheels’ protective finish.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
• Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
• For tough stains, apply MOPAR௡ Total Clean or equiva-
lent or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and
remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove
soap residue.
• For grease stains, apply MOPAR௡ Multi-Purpose Cleaner
or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove the
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
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