Hyundai 2009 Sonata - Manual (Page 204)

4 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE
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CLEANING THE INTERIOR
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To Clean the Vinyl Upholstery
To clean the vinyl upholstery, first remove
loose dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner.
Then apply a solution of mild soap or
detergent and water using a clean sponge
or soft cloth. Allow this to stay on the surface
to loosen the dirt, then wipe with a clean
damp sponge or cloth. If all the dirt stains
are not removed, repeat this procedure
until the upholstery is clean. Do not use
gasoline, solvent, paint thinner or other
strong cleaners.
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Maintaining Bumpers
Special precautions must be observed to
preserve the appearance of the bumpers
on your Hyundai. They are:
o Be careful not to spill battery electrolyte
or hydraulic brake fluid on the bumpers.
If you do, wash it off immediately with
clean water.
o Be gentle when cleaning the bumper
sur-faces. They are made of soft plastic
and the surface can be damaged if
mistreated. Do not use abrasive
cleaners. Use warm water and mild
soap or car-washing solution.
o Do not expose the bumpers to high tem-
peratures. For example, if you have
your car repainted, do not leave the
bumpers on the car if the car is going to
be placed in a high-temperature paint
booth.
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When to Wax Again
You should polish and wax the car again
when water no longer beads on a clean
surface but spreads out over a larger area.
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Polishing and Waxing
Always wash and dry the car before
polishing or waxing or using a combination
cleaner and wax. Use a good quality
commercial product and follow the
manufacturer's directions on the container.
Polish and wax the bright trim pieces as
well as the paint.
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Spot Cleaning
Don't use gasoline, strong solvents or cor-
rosive cleaning agents. These can
damage the finish of the car. To remove
road tar, use turpentine on a clean, soft
cloth. Be gentle.
To remove dead insects or tree sap, use
warm water and mild soap or car-washing
solution. Soak the spot and rub gently. If
the paint has lost its luster, use a
commercial car-cleaning polish.