User's Manual

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CLEANING AND VEHICLE CARE
CLEANING THE SOLAR ROOF
Clean the solar roof with a soft cloth and a
mild solution of soap and water, or car
shampoo. Do not scrape the glass or use
any abrasive cleaning fluid.
If you notice any damage on the solar roof,
please contact your local Karma Service
Provider for advice.
UNDERHOOD CLEANING
CAUTION: Never use a pressure
washer or a steam cleaner to clean
components in the engine compartment,
as it may damage critical seals on high
voltage electrical components.
Note: Vehicle or paint damage caused by
using a pressure washer will not be
covered under the vehicle warranty.
POLISHING THE BODY
CAUTION: Do not use cutting pastes,
color restoration compounds, or
polishes containing harsh abrasives. These
can scratch the surface and permanently
damage the paintwork.
CAUTION: Chrome polish, or other
abrasive cleaners, must not be used
on the vehicle's brightwork.
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of
the body, occasionally treat the paint
surfaces with an approved polish
containing the following properties:
• Very mild abrasive to remove surface
contamination without removing or
damaging the paint.
• Filling compounds that will fill scratches
and reduce their visibility.
• Wax to provide a protective coating
between the paint and the elements.
PAINT DAMAGE AND REPAIR
Regularly inspect the paintwork for
damage. Any stone chips, fractures or
deep scratches in the paint/bodywork
should be repaired promptly. Bare metal
will corrode quickly, and if left untreated,
can result in expensive repairs.
Treat chips and scratches to the paint
using a paint touch-up pen. Use the touch-
up pen after washing but before polishing
or waxing.
More extensive repairs to the body should
only be carried out by a facility approved
by Karma Automotive. Contact your local
Karma Service Provider for a list of
approved body repair facilities.
USING A CAR COVER
CAUTION: Never use a car cover
when the vehicle is plugged in, doing
so can prevent the battery from being
adequately cooled during charging.
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of
the body when the vehicle is not being
used, you may want to use a car cover.
Only a Karma Automotive approved car
cover should be used.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
GENERAL CLEANING
CAUTION: Avoid using solvents
(including alcohol), bleach, citrus,
naphtha, silicone based products or
additives on interior components as these
can damage the appearance of the
material.
To maintain the look and appearance of
the interior of your vehicle, the interior
should be inspected and cleaned
frequently.
It is recommended that for general
cleaning, materials and surfaces should be
cleaned using a non solvent based cleaning
(wet) wipe (e.g. a baby wipe), and a
microfiber cloth.
If possible, try to wipe up spillages and
clean marks as they happen. This will
reduce the need for more expensive
cleaning in the future.
Note: It is advisable to test all cleaners on a
concealed area before use.