7-1. Maintenance and care
491 smart key system( �P. 171)
lIf the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet during a car wash, a buzzer may sound outside the vehicle and“ Key Detected In
Vehicle” may be shown on the multi-information display. To turn
off the alarm, lock all the doors.
n Wheels and wheel ornaments
( vehicles without matte painted wheels)
lRemove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
lWash detergent off with water immediately after use.
lTo protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following precautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent.
• Do not use hard brushes.
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or parking in hot weather.
n Wheels and wheel ornaments( vehicles with matte painted
wheels)
A different set of care is necessary for matte painted wheels and wheel ornaments.
Contact any SUBARU retailer.
lRemove any dirt with water immediately.
If the wheels are excessively dirty, use diluted neutral detergent.
lWhen using detergent, make sure to wash it off with water immediately. Then use a soft cloth to wipe off the water.
lUse a sponge or soft cloth to remove the dirt by hand.
lTo prevent the matte paint from being damaged or glossy, make sure to observe the following precautions:
• Do not apply any coatings or wax.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergents.
• When using tire cleaners or tire wax, do not allow them to be applied to the wheels.
• Do not scrub or polish the wheels using a brush or dry cloth, etc.
• Do not use a high pressure
washer or steam cleaner.
• Do not use detergent on the
wheels when they are hot, such
as after driving or parking in hot weather.
nBrake pads and calipers
Rust may form if the vehicle is parked with wet brake pads or disc
rotors, causing them to stick. Before parking the vehicle after it is washed, drive slowly and apply the
brakes several times to dry the parts.
nBumpers Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. nPlated portions
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:
lUse a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5 % solution of neutral detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
lWipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining
moisture.
lTo remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product.
WARNING n When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the motor compartment. Doing so may cause the electrical components, etc. to catch fire.
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Maintenance and care