2010 Hyundai I20 Owners Manual

Maintenance
To help prevent corrosion
•  When  cleaning  underneath  the  vehi-
cle,  give   particular   attention  to   the
components  under   the  fenders   and
other areas that are  hidden from view.
Do a thorough job; just dampening the
accumulated mud rather than washing
it away will accelerate corrosion rather
than prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and  steam are  particularly effec-
tive  in    removing   accumulated  mud
and corrosive materials.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
You can help prevent corrosion from get-
ting started by observing the following:
Scratches or chips in the finish should be
covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as
possible to  reduce the possibility  of cor-
rosion. If bare  metal is showing through,
the attention of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Keep your vehicle clean
The best  way to  prevent corrosion  is to
keep your vehicle  clean and free  of cor-
rosive materials.  Attention to  the under-
side of  the vehicle  is particularly  impor-
tant.
Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high-
ly  corrosive  and  may  damage  painted
surfaces  in   just  a  few   hours.  Always
remove bird droppings as soon as possi-
ble.
When   cleaning   lower  door   panels,
rocker  panels and frame members, be
sure that drain holes  are kept open so
that moisture  can  escape and  not be
trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.
If you  live in  a high-corrosion area  —
where  road  salts are  used,  near  the
ocean, areas   with industrial pollution,
acid rain, etc.—, you should take extra
care  to  prevent  corrosion.  In  winter,
hose off  the underside of your  vehicle
at least  once a month  and be  sure to
clean  the underside  thoroughly  when
winter is over.
Don't neglect the interior
Moisture can collect under the floor mats
and   carpeting   and   cause   corrosion.
Check under  the mats periodically to  be
sure the  carpeting is  dry. Use  particular
care   if  you   carry  fertilizers,   cleaning
materials or chemicals in the vehicle.
Keep your garage dry
Don't park your vehicle  in a damp, poor-
ly   ventilated   garage.  This   creates   a
favorable environment for corrosion. This
is particularly true if you  wash your vehi-
cle  in  the   garage  or  drive  it  into   the
garage when it is still wet or covered with
snow, ice or mud. Even a heated garage
can  contribute to  corrosion  unless  it  is
well ventilated so moisture is dispersed.
These should  be  carried only  in proper
containers and any spills or leaks should
be cleaned  up, flushed with  clean water
and thoroughly dried.
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