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2001 Volvo S80
WARNING!
· When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to
remove any moisture from the brake linings.
· Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
Drain holes
pg.105 Washing the car, Cleaning the upholstery
Automatic washing simple and quick
· An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is worth remembering that it may
not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water. Keeping the underbody
clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automatic washers do not have facilities for
washing the underbody.
· Before driving into an automatic wash, make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc., are
secure, otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them.
· We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first six months
(because the paint will not have hardened sufficiently).
Polishing and waxing
· Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery, however, waxing may be
beneficial.
· Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with
kerosene or tar remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound.
· After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
· Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
· Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface.
· A wide range of polymerbased car waxes can be purchased today. These waxes are easy to use and
produce a longlasting, highgloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and
fading.
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