Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated
with a clear protective finish.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaner,
polishing compound, solvent, or
wire brushes on aluminum wheels.
They may scratch or
damage the finish.
• Use only a mild soap or neutral
detergent, and rinse thoroughly
with water. Also, be sure to clean
the wheels after driving on salted
roads. This helps prevent corrosion.
• Avoid washing the wheels with
high-speed car wash brushes.
• Do not use any acid detergent It
may damage and corrode the alu-
minum wheels coated with a clear
protective finish.
MAINTENANCE
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CAUTION
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water.
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