Remove any spilled fuel, oil or grease, or brake fluid from the paintwork immediately, otherwise the paintwork may become discolored.
Repeated conservation is necessary if water does not flow off the varnish coating in drops, but spreads over it. Regular conservation preserves the varnish shine for a long time.
Another option for preservation is preservation during the car wash. However, water-based preservatives protect varnish coatings sufficiently if they are used at each wash, and the time between two washes is no more than two to three weeks. Use only varnish preservatives containing carnauba or synthetic wax.
After using detergents (foam washing), subsequent treatment with a preservative is especially recommended (follow the specified operating instructions).
Polishing: polishing of the varnish coating is only necessary when, due to insufficient care due to dust, industrial emissions, sun and rain, the varnish does not have sufficient shine and cannot be restored using preservatives.
Avoid using too strong chemicals or abrasives, even if they give a good effect the first time you use them. Before polishing, wash the car thoroughly and dry it thoroughly. Then follow the instructions for use.
The treatment should be carried out on a small surface to avoid premature drying of the polish. After using some polishing agents, conservation is necessary. Do not polish the varnish in direct sunlight! Matt varnished parts are not treated with conservation or polishing agents.
Removing resin stains: resin stains are quickly absorbed by the varnish and then cannot be completely removed. Fresh resin stains can be removed with a soft cloth soaked in gasoline. You can also use gasoline, kerosene or turpentine oil. Varnish preservative removes resin very well. When using this product, subsequent washing of the car is not necessary.
Insect Removal: insect remains contain substances that damage the varnish coating if they are not removed quickly. This cannot be done with just a sponge and water, but with a weak, lukewarm soap solution or a solution containing detergent. Rub the varnish carefully, otherwise scratches may form. After washing, rinse the varnish coating thoroughly with water.
Care of plastic parts: clean plastic parts, artificial leather seats, ceiling, lampshades and matte black parts with water with added shampoo, do not wet the ceiling too much. If necessary, treat plastic parts with plastic cleaner. Never use nitro solvents, cold solvents or fuel.
Glass cleaning: wipe the window panes inside and out with a clean soft cloth. In case of heavy contamination, alcohol or warm water with ammonia added, as well as a special glass cleaner, will help.
When cleaning the windshield, fold the wipers forward.
Attention! When using products containing silicone, do not use brushes, sponges, car leather or rags to clean the varnish coating. When spraying with a varnish containing silicone, cover the glass with cardboard or other material.
Care of rubber seals: from time to time, maintain the elastic state of the seals by dusting the sealing and sliding surfaces with talc or spraying with silicone aerosol. This will prevent noise and creaking when closing the doors. Noises can also be eliminated by rubbing the corresponding surfaces with soap.
Light alloy wheels: treat with rim cleaner, especially in cold weather, do not use aggressive, highly alkaline, acidic or rough cleaning agents or steam jets with temperatures above 60°C.
Seat belts are cleaned only when installed with a mild soap solution, do not use chemical cleaners, as this may destroy the belt fabric. Roll up automatic seat belts when dry. Do not dry seat belts at temperatures above 80°C or in direct sunlight.
(This article is a copy from the website FORDBOOK)