Prevention of corrosion

You can prevent the occurrence of corrosion. The best way to prevent corrosion - the content of the vehicle clean. It is important to pay special attention to the underside of the vehicle.

If you live in the region (country), where your car is regularly exposed to corrosive factors - where the roads are sprinkled with salt, near the sea, in the regions with a strong industrial pollution, acid rain, etc. - You should take special care to prevent corrosion. In winter, the jet of water pour over the bottom of your car at least once a month and thoroughly rinse it after the end of the winter period.

When washing the underside of the vehicle, pay attention to the details under the wings and other parts hidden from view. Do the job thoroughly. Easy cleaning and not thorough cleaning accumulated dirt can accelerate the emergence of more corrosion than prevent its occurrence. The pressurized water and steam are effective in removing accumulated dirt and corrosive materials.

When cleaning lower door panels, amplifiers and parts of the frame, make sure that drain holes to be free, so that moisture can evaporate and not accumulate inside, speeding up the appearance of corrosion.

Keep your garage dry. Do not leave your car in a damp, poorly ventilated garage. This creates excellent conditions for corrosion. This also applies to cases when you wash your car in the garage or drive into a garage on wet, snow-covered or dirt car. Even a heated garage can contribute to the emergence of corrosion if it is poorly ventilated, and the moisture evaporates.

Keep paint and coatings in good condition. Scratches or chips in the paintwork must be covered with paint recovery as soon as possible to reduce the risk of possible corrosion. If you notice bare metal advised to contact the painter's studio.

Do not forget about the interior. Moisture can collect under the floor mats and carpeting and cause the appearance of corrosion. Periodically check the absence of moisture under the floor mats and carpeting. Be especially careful if you carry fertilizers, cleaning materials or chemicals in the car. Such materials must be transported in special containers, and any drips or stains must be washed off with clean water and dry thoroughly.