owners manual KIA Optima

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Maintenance To help prevent corrosion• When cleaning underneath the vehicle,Keep paint and trim in good condition You can help prevent corrosion from get-give particular attention to the compo- Scratches or chips in the finish should be ting started by observing the following:nents under the fenders and other covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as areas that are hidden from view.Do a thorough job;just dampening the accu-possible to reduce the possibility of cor- Keep your vehicle clean rosion. If bare metal is showing through, mulated mud rather than washing it The best way to prevent corrosion is to the attention of a qualified body and paint away will accelerate corrosion rather keep your vehicle clean and free of cor- shop is recommended. than prevent it.Water under high pres- rosive materials. Attention to the under- sure and steam are particularly effec- side of the vehicle is particularly impor- Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high- tant. tive in removing accumulated mud andly corrosive and may damage painted corrosive materials. surfaces in just a few hours. Always • When cleaning lower door panels, • If you live in a high-corrosion area — remove bird droppings as soon as possi- rocker panels and frame members, beble. where road salts are used, near the sure that drain holes are kept open so ocean, areas with industrial pollution, that moisture can escape and not be acid rain, etc.—, you should take extratrapped inside to accelerate corrosion. Don't neglect the interior care to prevent corrosion. In winter, Moisture can collect under the floor mats hose off the underside of your vehicle and carpeting and cause corrosion. Keep your garage dry at least once a month and be sure to Check under the mats periodically to be Don't park your vehicle in a damp, poorly clean the underside thoroughly when sure the carpeting is dry. Use particular winter is over. ventilated garage. This creates a favor- care if you carry fertilizers, cleaning able environment for corrosion. This is particularly true if you wash your vehiclematerials or chemicals in the car. These should be carried only in proper in the garage or drive it into the garage containers and any spills or leaks should when it is still wet or covered with snow, be cleaned up, flushed with clean water ice or mud. Even a heated garage can and thoroughly dried. contribute to corrosion unless it is well ventilated so moisture is dispersed. 763

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