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• 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 your SUBARU retailer for details.
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.
• When using an automatic car wash, do not select the wheel
brush function.
• 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.
n Brake 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