Simple car care tips
A few good habits keep your car cleaner for longer and make your tools last.
Washing
- Wash in the shade or early in the morning or evening. Soap and water dry quickly on hot paint and can leave marks.
- Rinse the car first to remove loose dust and sand before you touch the paint with a wash glove.
- Use a soft wash glove for paint, and keep a separate brush or cloth for wheels and tyres so brake dust does not reach the paint.
- Rinse the glove often, and let it dry fully after use.
Pressure washer
- Test on a small, hidden area first.
- Keep a sensible distance from paint, trim, badges and seals, and avoid pointing the nozzle at gaps or loose parts.
- Follow the instructions that come with the product for battery charging and use.
Interior
- Vacuum first, then wipe. Removing dry dust and crumbs before cleaning stops them from turning into dirt.
- Use the detailing brush for air vents, the console, buttons and seams.
- Keep loose items off the floor and seats with a seat organiser so you can reach what you need without searching.
Heat protection
- Use a windshield sun shade whenever the car is parked in the sun. It helps keep the cabin cooler and protects the dashboard.
Safety
- Keep the window breaker tool within reach, and use it only in a genuine emergency.
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