Owner`s manual

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MH0-74E
Carpets
Remove dirt and soil as much as possible
with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap
solution, rub stained areas with a clean
damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas
again with a cloth dampened with water.
Repeat this until the stain is removed, or
use a commercial carpet cleaner for tougher
stains. If you use a carpet cleaner, carefully
follow the manufacturer’s instructions and
precautions.
Cleaning the Exterior
NOTICE
It is important that your vehicle be
kept clean and free from dirt. Failure
to keep your vehicle clean may result
in fading of the paint or corrosion to
various parts of the vehicle body.
Caring for Aluminum Wheels
NOTE:
 Do not use an acidic or alkaline
detergent to wash aluminum wheels.
These types of detergent will cause
permanent spots, discoloration and
cracks on finished surfaces.
 Do not use a bristle brush and soap
containing an abrasive material. These
will damage finished surfaces.
Washing
MH0-07-014
WARNING
 Never attempt to wash and wax your
vehicle with the engine running.
 When cleaning the underside of the
body and fender, where there may
be sharp-edged parts, you should
wear gloves and a long-sleeved shirt
to protect your hands and arms
from being cut.
 After washing your vehicle, carefully
test the brakes before driving to
make sure they have maintained
their normal effectiveness.
When washing the vehicle, park it where
direct sunlight does not fall on it and follow
the instructions below:
1) Flush the underside of body and wheel
housings with pressurized water to
remove mud and debris. Use plenty of
water.
NOTICE
2) Rinse the body to loosen the dir t.
Remove dirt and mud from the body
exterior with running water. You may use
a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard
materials which can scratch the paint or
plastic. Remember that the headlight
covers or lenses are made of plastic in
many cases.
When washing the vehicle:
 Avoid directing steam or hot water
of more than 80°C (176°F) on plastic
parts.
 To avoid damaging engine compo-
nents, do not use pressurized water
in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the paint or
plastic surface, do not wipe the dirt
off without ample water. Be sure to
follow above procedure.
APPEARANCE CARE
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