Toyota MR2 Spyder MR S roadster owners manual page 168

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MR2 U Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Toyota, through its diligent research, de- Wetness or dampness to certain parts High pressure water or steam is effec- sign and use of the most advancedof your vehicle for an extended periodtive for cleaning the vehicle’s underside technology available, has done its part toof time, may cause corrosion even and wheel housings. Pay particular help prevent corrosion and has providedthough other parts of the vehicle mayattention to these areas as it is difficult you with the finest qualitybe d very. hicle to see all the mud and dirt. It will do construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper High ambient temperatures can causemore harm than good to simply wet the care of your Toyota can help ensure long-corrosion to those components of themud and debris without removing them. term corrosion prevention. vehicle which are prevented fromThe lower edge of doors, rocker panels The most common causes of corrosion quick-drying due to lack of proper ven-and frame members have drain holes to your vehicle are: tilation. which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these The accumulation of road salt, dirt and The above signifies the necessity to keepareas can cause corrosion. moisture in hard-to-reach areas underyour vehicle, particularly the underside, as Wash the underside of the vehicle thor- the vehicle. clean as possible and to repair any dam-oughly when winter is over. age to paint or protective coatings as Chipping of paint, or undercoating See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” for caused by minor accidents or by soon as possible. more tips. stones and gravel. To help prevent corrosion on yourCheck the condition of your vehicle’s Toyota, follow these guidelines: Care is especially important if you live paint and trim.If you find any chips or in particular areas or operate your ve-Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of scratches in the paint, touch them up im- hicle under certain environmental condi- course, necessary to keep your vehicle mediately to prevent corrosion from start- tions: clean by regular washing, but to prevent ing. If the chips or scratches have gone Road salt or dust control chemicals will corrosion, the following points should be through the bare metal, have a qualified observed: body shop make the repair. accelerate corrosion, as will the pres- ence of salt in the air near the sea- If you drive on salted roads in the coast or in areas of industrial pollution.winter or if you live near the ocean, High humidity accelerates corrosion es-you should hose off the undercarriage pecially when temperatures range justat least once a month to minimize cor- above the freezing point. rosion. 164 2000 MR2 (OM17475U)

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