KIA Magentis 2006 - Manual (Page 215)

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FINISH DAMAGE REPAIR
Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly
rust and may develop into a major repair
expense.
BRIGHT-METAL MAINTENANCE
• To remove road tar and insects, use a
tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
• To protect the surfaces of bright-
metal parts from corrosion, apply a
coating of wax or chrome
preservative and rub to a high luster.
• During winter weather or in coastal
areas, cover the bright metal parts
with a heavier coating of wax or
preservative. If necessary, coat the
parts with non-corrosive petroleum
jelly or other protective compound.
UNDERBODY
MAINTENANCE
Corrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal or dust control may
collect on the underbody. If these
materials are not removed, accelerated
rusting can occur on underbody parts,
such as the fuel lines, frame, floor pan
and exhaust system, even though they
have been treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month and especially
at the end of each winter. Pay special
attention to these areas because it is
difficult to see all the mud and dirt. The
lower edges of doors, rocker panels, and
frame members have drain holes that
should not be allowed to clog with dirt;
trapped water in these areas can cause
rusting. It will do more harm than good
to wet down the road grime without
removing it.
✻ NOTICE
• Wiping dust or dirt off the body
with a dry cloth will scratch the
inish.
• Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or
caustic agents on chrome-plated
or anodized aluminum parts.
This may result in damage to the
protective coating and cause
discoloration or paint
deterioration.
✻ NOTICE
If your vehicle is damaged and
requires any metal repair or
replacement, be sure the body shop
applies anti-corrosion materials to
the parts repaired or replaced.
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