MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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IMPORTANT
Avoid waxing and polishing on plastic and
rubber.
When using degreasant on plastic and rub-
ber, only rub with light pressure if it is nec-
essary. Use a soft washing sponge.
Polishing glossy trim mouldings could
wear away or damage the glossy surface
layer.
Polishing agent that contains abrasive
must not be used.
IMPORTANT
Use cleaning agent recommended by
Volvo. Other treatment such as preserving,
sealing, protection, lustre sealing or similar
could damage the paintwork. Paintwork
damage caused by such treatments is not
covered by Volvo warranty.
Related information
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Cleaning the exterior (p. 644)
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Handwashing (p. 645)
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Automatic car wash (p. 647)
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High-pressure washing (p. 648)
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Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 648)
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Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim
components (p. 649)
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Cleaning wheel rims (p. 650)
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Rustproofing (p. 650)
Handwashing
The car should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. This means that the car is eas-
ier to clean since the dirt does not attach as
firmly. It also reduces the risk of scratches
and keeps the car fresh. Carry out cleaning in
a cleaning area with an oil separator, and use
car shampoo. Use cleaning agents and car
care products recommended by Volvo.
Important points to remember when
handwashing the car
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Avoid washing the car in direct sunlight.
This can cause the detergent or wax to dry
and have an abrasive effect.
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Remove bird droppings from the paint-
work as soon as possible. They contain
substances that damage and discolour
paintwork very quickly. For example, use
soft paper or sponge soaked in plenty of
water. An authorised Volvo workshop is
recommended for the removal of any dis-
colouration.
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Wash the underbody, including wheel
housings and bumpers.
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Rinse the entire car until the dissolved dirt
has been removed so as to reduce the risk
of scratches from washing. Do not spray
directly onto the locks.
