All necessary car care products can be purchased at the service station. Methods of their use are indicated on the packages.
Caution: All chemicals can be hazardous to health if handled carelessly. Stored separately, away from children.
Car wash
The best protection against the destructive effects of winter conditions is the timely washing and conservation of the car, including the bottom, especially during the period of sprinkling roads with technical salt.
The longer the salt, dust, fumes, insect residues, bird droppings, etc. are on the vehicle, the more intense their destructive effect.
When washing the car with a hose, do not direct the jet at the keyholes, the locks may be caught by frost. Asphalt splashes, tar, soot, oil stains are not always washed off with water. Remove as soon as possible with appropriate care products - otherwise they will damage the paintwork.
Conservation
It needs to be done as often as possible.
Preservation protects the surface of the body from the accumulation of dirt (dirt-repellent effect), and the paintwork from the destructive effects of the external environment, especially in industrialized cities.
Polishing
Polishing is necessary only when the paintwork is dull and the gloss cannot be restored with the help of preservatives. If at the same time the polish does not contain preservative components in its composition, additional preservation will be required.
Matte surfaces and products made of artificial materials are not preserved or polished. Otherwise, you can spoil their appearance. Wash well with water.
Repairing damaged paintwork
Minor damage to the paintwork, such as cracks, scratches, chips from stone impact, etc., should be painted over as soon as possible, before rust appears, for this, the Audi car has special road paint sets of the corresponding color.
If the damaged areas have rusted, the rust is first removed, then an anti-corrosion primer is applied, and only after that - paint. Paint number - original (factory painting) indicated in the section "Vehicle identification numbers".
Chrome care
Stains and dirt are removed with chrome cleaners.
Can be preserved against corrosion, but at longer intervals. It is important that the preservatives are applied evenly and completely cover the entire chrome part.
Window glass
Snow and ice adhering to or formed on the windows are removed with a scraper. However, don't scratch them. Remains of rubber from brushes, silicone, oil and grease stains are removed with glass cleaner.
Never wipe windows with a paint cleaning cloth - preservatives remaining on it can cause the glass to tarnish. Do not stick anything on glass with electrically heated filaments.
Tinted glass
The car windows are covered with a thin layer of chrome from the inside. In order not to scratch it during cleaning or washing, use a special leather cloth, washcloth or soft towel lightly dampened with water. At the same time, it is not recommended to add aggressive chemical cleaning agents to it, such as, for example, for washing dishes.
It is not allowed to use scrapers on this side of the windows, as well as to glue them with stickers.
Wiper blades
They also need to be cleaned to function properly. In case of severe pollution, for example - the remains of insects, they can be cleaned with a washcloth. For safety reasons, it is recommended to replace the brushes with new ones once or twice a year.
Cleaning the exterior mirrors
In order to reduce the dazzling effect of the light of the headlights of the car following behind, the surface of the exterior mirrors is covered with a special protective layer.
In order not to damage it during cleaning, use a soft towel dipped in water or a leather cloth to wipe the glass. Any window cleaner or alcohol solution may be used. Polishing is contraindicated. Snow or ice is removed with a special solvent - never with a scraper.
Door, lid and window seals
To maintain the elasticity of rubber seals and increase their service life, we recommend treating them from time to time with a special rubber care product. It also protects the rubber from freezing in winter conditions.
Hatch opening mechanism
At least once a year, clean the guide rails and lubricate them with a silicone-based lubricant to improve glide.
Cleaning of products made of artificial materials
It is usually done with a wet towel. If necessary, products made of plastic or artificial leather are washed with a special care product. Just not solvents.
Case cleaning
Upholstery and covers can be cleaned with a brush and a special cleaner or dry foam.
Seat belt cleaning
Seat belts must always be clean! A heavily soiled belt does not roll well. Washable in a mild soapy solution, directly in the car, without dismantling.
Chemical cleaning of belts is prohibited. Fabric fibers may be damaged. Also keep away from contact with alkaline solutions. Rolls up only when dry.
Light metal discs
To keep the decorative appearance in good condition, regularly, at least once a week, wash them thoroughly with water and clean them of dust from brake linings and industrial salt. After that, they are treated with a special tool without an alkaline base. Once every three months they are thoroughly rubbed with hard wax. Polishing and cleaning with abrasive products is prohibited.
Restoration of damage to the paintwork is carried out in the usual, previously described way.
Cleaning and preservation of the engine compartment
All components and mechanisms of the engine compartment, including the engine and clutch, are treated in an anti-corrosion manner.
At the same time, especially in winter, when roads are covered with salt, additional corrosion protection is needed. To do this, the entire engine compartment, including the bottom part of the engine, is washed with water, after which it is preserved against the damaging effects of salt.
It is advisable to clean the engine at least once with degreasing agents, but in no case with gasoline or diesel fuel. Degreasing solutions, among other things, remove rust. Preservatives are applied to all surfaces and joints.
The lower part of the engine compartment, especially the water drain channels, is cleared of leaves and other accumulations of dirt that impede the free flow of water flows.
Underbody protection
The bottom of the machine is reliably protected from the chemical and mechanical effects of the external environment.
At the same time, it is not excluded that during operation the protective coating may be damaged for various reasons. In this regard, it is recommended to check its condition at least in autumn and spring and, if necessary, restore it.
Note for vehicles with exhaust gas catalysts. Additional heat protection plates are installed around the catalyst in order to protect against high exhaust gas temperatures. It is forbidden to remove them or reduce the number of these plates. Any additional fastenings in this area are unacceptable.
Cleaning and care of genuine leather products
A damp towel is sufficient for normal cleaning. A more thorough cleaning of leather cases is carried out with a washcloth dipped in warm water with a small addition of a special detergent for products of this type.
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