Body — maintenance and repair 1. The condition of your vehicle's bodywork is very important because it has a large impact on its resale value. It is much more difficult to repair a run down or damaged bodywork than mechanical parts. Body cavities...
Vinyl Finish — Maintenance and Repair Never clean vinyl trim with detergents, caustic soaps, or kerosene-based cleaners. Simple soap and water work just fine, and a soft brush can easily remove stubborn grime. Wash your vinyl trim as often as you clean your...
Upholstery and rugs — care 1. Every three months, remove the floor mats and clean the inside of the car (if necessary, do it more often). Vacuum upholstery and rugs to remove any remaining dirt and dust. 2. Leather upholstery requires special...
Repair of small scratches 1. If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the metal of the body, the repair is very simple. Lightly rub the scratched surface with a fine polish to remove loose paint and wax. Rinse the surface with clean...
Body dent repair 1. When repairing a dent, the first thing to do is straighten the dent so that the damaged area is as close to its original shape as possible. It makes no sense to try to completely restore the original shape, since the...
Repair holes for rust or cracks 1. Remove all paint from the damaged surface and from the surrounding metal within a radius of approximately 2.5 cm, using sandpaper or a wire brush worn on a drill. If they are not available, this work can be done...
Filling and painting 1. There are a lot of body repair fillers available these days, but frankly, a body repair kit that has filler paste and a tube of resin hardener is the best for body repair work. You will need a wide flexible plastic...
Repair of significant damage to the body 1. Significant body damage must be repaired at service stations that have body repair equipment. 2. If extensive damage occurs, the body geometry must be checked. They can also affect the handling characteristics of the...
Hinges and locks — maintenance and repair Every 5000 km, or every three months, apply a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to the hinges and latches on the doors, hood and trunk. Door lock latches should also be lightly coated with grease to reduce wear...
Windshield and Fixed Glass — Replacement Replacing windshields and fixed windows requires the use of a special fast curing adhesive or sealant and some specialized tools. These operations are recommended to be carried out at service stations.