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Exterior care
Otherwise , the cover surface may be damaged .
NOTE
. Be careful not to block the windshield washer nozzles with wax when waxing the vehicle .
. Do not wipe the rear view camera with alcohol , benzine or paint thinner . Otherwise , discoloration may occur . To remove contamination , wipe the camera with a cloth moistened with diluted neutral detergent and then wipe it with a soft , dry cloth .
. When waxing the vehicle , be careful not to apply the wax to the rear view camera . If it comes in contact with the camera , moisten a clean cloth with diluted neutral detergent to remove the wax .
. For Subaru Forester Wilderness models , if wax gets onto the hood decal when you are waxing your vehicle , this could enhance the reflective appearance of the hood decal and impair the antireflective function .
& Cleaning alloy wheels
S10AA04
! Vehicles without matte painted wheels
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. Promptly wipe the alloy wheels clean of any kind of grime or agent . If dirt is left on too long , it may be difficult to clean off .
. Do not use soap containing grit to clean the wheels . Be sure to use a neutral cleaning agent , and later rinse thoroughly with water . Do not clean the wheels with a stiff brush or expose them to a high-speed washing device .
. Clean the vehicle ( including the alloy wheels ) with water as soon as possible when it has been splashed with sea water , exposed to sea breezes , or driven on roads treated with salt or other agents .
! Vehicles with matte painted wheels
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CAUTION
Be sure to observe the following precautions as matte painted wheels can be damaged .
. Do not scrub or polish the wheels using a brush or dry cloth .
. Do not use any wheel coatings or abrasive detergents .
As matte painted wheels require different cleaning methods than conventional alloy wheels , be sure to observe the following . For details , consult your SUBARU dealer .
. Remove dirt using water . If the wheels are excessively dirty , use a sponge or soft cloth dampened with a diluted neutral detergent to remove the dirt .
& Cleaning tire ( vehicle with white letter tires )
S10AA05
It is recommended to clean the white letter part on the side of the tire frequently because it easily gets dirty . When cleaning , use a neutral detergent and wash with a sponge .