Honda Civic Owners Manual: Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and clean water.
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Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when you want to repair the painted surface of the parts made of resin. |
Cleaning the Window
Wipe using a glass cleaner
Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away these contaminants. Do not use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish, the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains, wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
Applying Wax
A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle's paint from
the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle's paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary
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Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake lights, etc.) may fog
temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car
wash.
Dew condensation ...
See also:
Honda Civic Owners Manual. Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are
forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system*.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the shift
lever
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