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Preventing corrosion and periodic maintenance

Common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion on your vehicle are:

- Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulating beneath the car;
- Chipped paint or protective coatings stones, gravel, stone chips and minor dents which leave unprotected metal exposed to corrosion.

Moisture breeds corrosion

Moisture creates the conditions for a more intensive corrosion. For example, the occurrence of corrosion is considerably accelerated at high humidity, especially at the freezing point of water. In such conditions, corrosive materials in contact with the surface of the car through a bad moisture evaporates. Mud - a common cause of corrosion because it dries slowly and helps moisture contact with the vehicle. Even if the dirt seems dry, it may still contain moisture and promote the emergence of corrosion. High temperatures may also contribute to the emergence of corrosion poorly ventilated parts of the car, which can condense the moisture. For these reasons, it is important to keep the car clean from dirt and other materials accumulate. This applies not only to visible areas, but also to the bottom of the car.

In winter, the jet of water pour over the bottom of the car at least once a month and thoroughly rinse it after the end of the winter period.

When washing the underside of the vehicle, pay attention to the details under the wings and other parts hidden from view. Do the job thoroughly. Easy cleaning and not thorough cleaning accumulated dirt can accelerate the emergence of more corrosion than prevent its occurrence. The pressurized water and steam are effective in removing accumulated dirt and corrosive materials.

When cleaning lower door panels, amplifiers and parts of the frame, make sure that drain holes are open, so that moisture can evaporate and not accumulate inside, speeding up the appearance of corrosion.

Scratches or chips in the paintwork must cover up repair paint as soon as possible to reduce the risk of possible corrosion.

Moisture can collect under the floor mats and carpeting and cause the appearance of corrosion. Periodically check the absence of moisture under the floor mats and carpeting.

Washing and waxing paste

Car Wash, when its surface is heated by sunlight, is unacceptable. Always wash your car in the shade.

Wash your car frequently. Dirt is abrasive and can scratch the car, if it is not washed off. Polluted air or acid rain can damage the paintwork during the chemical reaction, if allowed to contact the surface of the remainder of the vehicle. In the winter, or after riding on muddy wet, wash the underbody. To remove dirt overlay and corrosive materials, use a strong jet of water. Use a high-quality solution for washing the car and follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Do not use strong household cleaners, gasoline, solvents or abrasive cleaners as this may damage the paint of the car.

Use a clean sponge or cloth, often wetting her, and did not damage the paint too much friction. If the dirt stuck to thoroughly soak and gently remove it.
For cleaning the wheels, use a soft brush or moistened with a neutral detergent solution from a rough wool cloth.

To clean the plastic wheel cover, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and water.
Clean aluminum wheels weak neutral detergent solution or a mild detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Protect the exposed metal surface by washing, polishing and applying paste wax. Since aluminum is susceptible to corrosion, aluminum rims, pay special attention in winter. When driving on roads covered with salt, wash your rims.

After washing it thoroughly wipe. Once dry, soapy water reserves in the paint stains.

When the warm weather and low humidity, you may need to wipe every detail immediately after washing the car, not to leave stains on the paint.

Upon detection of dents or scratches on the paintwork, covering their repair paint to prevent the occurrence of corrosion.

Cleaning stains

Do not use petrol, strong solvents or detergents corrosiveness. This may damage the paint. To remove road tar, use a clean, soft cloth dampened with turpentine.

To remove insect debris or tree sap, use warm water and mild neutral detergent solution or car wash. Dampen a sponge and gently rub. If the coating has lost its shine, use a commercially available car polish.

Polishing and waxing paste

Before applying wax or paste wax is required to wash and dry the car.
Use only high-quality tools available on the market and follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Polish and wax paste on the paint, and the shiny lining.

Repeated application of paste wax

Refinishing and coating paste wax should be done when the water is no longer formed and a drop slides down on a clean surface and spreads over a large area.

Care bumpers

To care for your car bumpers Hyundai is necessary to observe some precautions:

Be careful not to spill electrolyte for the battery or the brake fluid on the bumpers. If this occurs, immediately wash the car with clean water.

Be careful when cleaning the surface of the bumper. They are made of soft plastic and their surface can be damaged by improper handling. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Use warm water and mild neutral detergent solution or car wash.

Do not expose to high temperatures bumpers. For example, when painting the car in a high temperature oven, be sure to remove the bumpers from the car.

Cleaning vinyl upholstery

To clean vinyl upholstery, first remove the crumbs and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Then, use neutral detergent in warm water using a clean sponge or soft cloth. If the upholstery stains still remain, repeat the operation until they are cleared. Do not use gasoline, paint thinner or other strong cleaners.

Cleaning upholstery made of genuine leather

During normal operation of genuine leather upholstery, as well as other materials, will collect dust and dirt. They must be clean, because they can eat into the skin and cause damage.

For thin skin is necessary to monitor and clean if necessary. Thorough washing with soap and water will make your skin shiny, and it will serve for a long time. Prepare the skin chamois cloth, using a mild detergent and warm water. Wash the skin, wipe it dry with a damp cloth and then dry with a dry cloth. Do this as often as possible, so that the skin does not salting.

In the leather industry, the skin is added a sufficient amount of oil, and no need to add oil to the skin during its operation. Adding oil to the skin surface does not bring any benefit and may even do harm. Do not use carpet cleaners and polishes for furniture.

Carpet cleaning

Use a foaming cleaners for carpets. Cleaners of this type can be produced in aerosol containers, in liquid or powder form. Read the instructions on the package and follow them.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove as many as possible of dirt. Apply a foaming cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions, and then wipe in a circular motion. Do not add water. Such cleaners are most effective when applied to a dry carpet.

Cleaning seat belts

To clean the seat belts, use a cloth or sponge soaked in a neutral detergent and warm water. Do not use strong cleaners, bleach or abrasive cleaners as this may weaken the webbing material security.
When cleaning the belts, check them for excessive wear, razlohmachivaniya or other signs of damage and replace them if necessary.

Washing windows

To clean the glass, you can use any domestic remedy for glasses. However, when cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the heating wires of the rear screen.