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814 BODY (E) Proper Washing Follow these tips while washing TATA NANO : (a) Hand wash : 1. Always wash in shade and when the paint surface is at room temperature. 2. Wash with mild car wash soap like "Car Shampoo" and use a soft 100% cotton cloth to avoid scratches. Please take help of your dealer to buy the right products. 3. Please be sure to remove the wristwatch and wear soft gloves to avoid scratches due to finger rings or nails. 4. To remove stubborn stains and contaminants like tar, use turpentine or cleaners like "Stain Remover" which is safe for painted surfaces.Again your dealer can help you in selecting the right product. 5. Avoid substances like petrol, diesel, kerosene, benzene or other solvents that cause damage to paint. 6. Dry the vehicle thoroughly to prevent any damp spots. (b) Automatic car wash : These machines can clean the car thoroughly. However check for following : 1. Please feel the surface of the brushes and ensure that the brushes on the automatic car wash are in proper condition as damaged or worn bristles may develop scratches on the paint finish. 2. Please enquire and verify that the water used in the automatic car wash undergoes proper filtration as water which is reused without filtration contains dirt and contaminants, which may lead to scratches and damage. (F) Waxing Waxing and polishing is recommended to maintain the gloss and wet-look appearance of your paint finish. 1. Use a good quality polish and wax. 2. Re-wash when the water does not slip off the surface and collects over the surface in patches. (G) In the first 30 days In case the car is washed in an automatic car wash, please remember that the paint can be scratched by some type of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially on darker colours. Wash the vehicle by hand with cool and clean water using a soft cloth or sponge. Please do not use soap but a car shampoo is recommended. (H) In the first 90 days It is recommended not to wax or polish the car in first 90 days. This will allow the paint finish to completely age and cure. When the car is ready to wax, do not use silicone containing or super polymer containing waxes or polishes, (e.g. Teflon). TATANANO’s OEM finish does not need such extreme protection and if the vehicle is involved in an accident, the removal of such waxes would be time consuming and expensive. It is advised to use ordinary organic waxes. Paint care in monsoon The exterior of the car is the only line of defense between the interior and exterior components. The main cause of body and underbody deterioration is corrosion. ThoughTATANANO comes with galvanized metal, rust proofing, etc. but with fierce monsoon condition, additional care needs to be taken. Following precautions must be taken : 1. Do not allow dirt to accumulate on any painted surface. Water trickles off painted surfaces but dirt settles on the damp areas and eventually eats into the paint work. Most corrosion being on the inside, so the car may need more than a wash down. 2. Wheel-arch's, doorsills and doors are most susceptible to corrosion and hence special care needs to be taken to keep these areas clean. 3. Do not use household detergents to wash paint work as they are strong and may affect the metal and promote corrosion. 4. It is recommended that waxing should be done after a wash as wax forms a protective layer over the painted surface. 5. Always keep the drain holes and channels clear so that water drains off freely and does not accumulate in crevices and box sections. 6. Any damages in the paint film such as dents and scratches are prone to corrosion and hence must be rectified immediately. Care for the car underbody : The underbody of the car houses many critical components and connections and hence special care has to be taken to keep it corrosion free.