Cleaning Vehicle Surfaces

Cleaning:

Keeping your vehicle clean will maintain its appearance and can also extend the life of various components. Immediately after your vehicle has been exposed to salt water or operated on muddy trails, rough terrain, or in dusty conditions, wash your vehicle. With some precautions, your vehicle can be cleaned much like a sport utility vehicle.

IMPORTANT: Improper care of machine plastic surfaces can damage that surface:

• Do not wipe plastic surfaces when they are dry. Dry wiping will result in minor surface scratches.
• Use a soft, clean cloth (bath towel, diaper, automotive mitt).
• Do not use abrasive materials, such as polishing compounds, on plastic surfaces.

Washing Vehicle:

The recommended and safest way to clean your vehicle is with a garden hose and a pail of mild, soapy water. Use a professional type wash mitten. Clean the upper body first and the lower parts last. Rinse frequently with water and dry with a chamois to prevent water spotting.

1. Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.

   IMPORTANT: High pressure may damage vehicle components. It is recommended that your vehicle be washed by hand or with a garden hose using mild soap.

   Avoid spraying water with any great force near or into the following places:

   • Clutch enclosure air outlet
   • Air intake
   • Electrical connections (including battery compartment)
   • CV boots
   • Wheel bearings
   • Master cylinder
   • Pillow block bearings
   • Radiator
   • Warning labels
   • Decals
   • Ignition switch
   • Instrument panel (gauges and switches)
   • Breather/tube vents
   
   

2. Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap.

3. Immediately after washing, lubricate all grease fittings with grease.

4. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.

5. Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use products that specifically say “contains no abrasives.”

6. IMPORTANT: Do not use a power buffer to remove wax.

   Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth.