2002 Mazda MX 5 Miata Owners Manual

J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book  Page 43  Tuesday, March 5, 2002  3:14 PM
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
To minimize scratches on the vehicles
paint finish:
Exterior Care
Rinse off any dirt or other foreign
matter using lukewarm or cold water
before washing.
Follow all label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.
Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water
and a soft cloth when washing the
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
wMaintaining the Finish
Washing
To help protect the finish from rust and
deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.
•   Rub gently when washing or drying the
vehicle.
Take your vehicle only to a car wash
that keeps its brushes well maintained.
If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.
•   Dont use abrasive cleansers or wax
that contain abrasives.
CAUTION
Scratches occur on the paint surface
when:
Dont use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or
anodized aluminum parts. This may
damage the protective coating; also,
cleaners and detergents may
The vehicle is washed without first
rinsing off dirt and other foreign
matter.
The vehicle is washed with a rough,
dry, or dirty cloth.
discolor or deteriorate the paint.
The vehicle is washed at a car wash
that uses brushes that are dirty or too
stiff.
To prevent damaging the antenna,
retract it before entering a car wash
facility or passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.
Cleansers or wax containing abrasives
are used.
NOTE
Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.
Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
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