Subaru 2013 BRZ User Manual
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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Automatic car washes
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Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
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When having your vehicle washed in an automatic car wash, make sure
beforehand that the car wash is of suitable type to avoid scratches to the
vehicle surface and harm to your vehicle’s paint.
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Vehicles with a rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear
spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehi-
cle from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.
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High pressure car washes
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Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows and door frames as water may enter the cabin.
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Before car wash, check that the fuel filler lid on your vehicle is closed
properly.
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Aluminum wheels (if equipped)
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners. Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
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Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
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Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
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Parts containing resin such as the bumper
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.