Volvo 2005 C70 - Manual (Page 118)

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Washing
Washing the car
• The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects
and tar spots adhere to the paint and may cause damage.
NOTE: It is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the
wintertime to prevent corrosion, when salt has been used on the roads.
• When washing the car, do not expose it to direct sunlight. Use
lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a sponge,
and plenty of water, to avoid scratching.
• Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible.
Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged.
• A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil.
• A water-soluble grease solvent may be used in cases of sticky dirt.
However, use a wash place equipped with a drainage separator.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain
holes in the doors and rocker panels *.
• The power radio antenna must be dried after washing.
• Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car
has been washed.
• A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean
the wiper blades. Frequent cleaning improves visibility considerably.
• Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel housings, fenders, etc.).
• In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recom-
mended.
CAUTION: During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece
must never be closer to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not spray
into the locks.
• When washing or steam cleaning the engine, avoid spraying water or
steam directly on the electrical components or toward the rear side of
the engine.
• After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected
for water and blown dry if necessary.
Suitable detergents
Special car washing detergents should be used. A suitable mixture is
about 2.5 fl. oz. (8.5 cl) of detergent to 2.6 US gal. (10 liters) of warm
water. After washing with a detergent the car should be well rinsed with
clean water.
WARNING!
• When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the
brakes several times in order to remove any moisture from the
brake linings.
• Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is
warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
8100512A
Volvo offers an environmentally friendly Car Care Kit, containing
waxing, washing, and degreasing agents.
NOTE: When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain
holes in the doors and sills. Bumpers: Wash the bumpers with the same
cleaning agent used on the rest of the car. Never clean the bumpers with
gasoline or paint thinner. Difficult spots can be removed with denatured
alcohol. To avoid scratches, do not dry the bumpers with paper.
* Pay special attention to the drain holes near the base of the windshield
in the cowl under the rear edge of the hood.