2. Once a year or every 20,000 km, it is advisable to clean the underbody and frame with hot steam. This will remove all traces of dirt and oil, after which you can thoroughly inspect the underbody for rust, damage to brake lines, broken electrical wires, damaged cables, and other problems.
3. At the same time, clean the engine and engine bay using either a steam cleaner or a water-soluble degreaser such as Holts Engine Cleaner or Holts hoambritc, which can be applied with a brush.
4. The inner surfaces of the wheel arches should be given special attention, as stones and dirt thrown up by the tires can chip the paint and allow rust to occur. If surface damage and/or rust is found, clean the area down to bare metal and apply an anti-corrosion paint such as Holts Landershield.
5. The body must be washed at least once a week (or when dirty). Wet the car completely. to soften the dirt, then wash it with a soft sponge and plenty of clean, soapy water. If the dirt is not washed off very carefully, this will eventually lead to wear and tear and dullness of the paint.
6. Tar or asphalt stains thrown from the road should be removed with a cloth soaked in solvent.
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7. Once every six months, wax the entire body and chrome trim using one of Turtle Wax's many polishes. If you use chrome cleaner to remove rust, remember that it will also remove some of the chrome, so use it sparingly.