Owner`s manual

SEAT BELTS
The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them
with a sponge dampened in a mild soap
solution. Allow the belts to dry completely
before using them.
WARNING
Donotallow wet belts torollupinthe
retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or
chemical solvents since these may
severely weaken the seat belt web-
bing.
CORROSION PROTECTION
MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION:
1. The accumulation of moisture-retaining
dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
2. Damage to paint and other protective
coatings caused by gravel and stone chips
or minor traffic accidents.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
INFLUENCE THE RATE OF COR-
ROSION:
Moisture
Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the
vehicle body underside can accelerate corro-
sion. Wet floor coverings will not dry com-
pletely inside the vehicle, and should be
removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas where
the temperatures stay above freezing where
atmospheric pollution exists, or where road
salt is used.
Temperature
A temperature increase will accelerate the rate
of corrosion to those parts which are not well
ventilated.
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the
air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use will
accelerate the corrosion process. Road salt
will also accelerate the disintegration of paint
surfaces.
TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE
FROM CORROSION:
O Wash your vehicle often to keep the
vehicle clean.
O Always check for minor damage to the
paint and repair it as soon as possible.
O Keep drain holes at the bottom of the
doors open to avoid water accumulation.
O Check the underbody for accumulation of
APPEARANCE AND CARE
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