Car body maintenance (Mazda Capella GF)

1. The general condition of the vehicle body is one of the parameters that determines its value. It is much cheaper to repair any of the vehicle's components than to repair the body. Car body maintenance is not difficult, but it must be done regularly. Failure to follow this Rule, especially after minor damage, can quickly lead to further deterioration of the bodywork and costly repairs. It is important to remember this and pay attention to those parts of the car that are difficult to inspect, such as underneath, inside the wheel arches and in the lower part of the engine compartment.

2. Annually (or every 20,000 km) wash the underside of the car with hot steam. This helps remove traces of oil, as well as any solid particles that may have stuck to the car. After this, carefully inspect the body to ensure there is no rust. Inspect the brake lines, wiring, cables and other components located under the vehicle.

3. At the same time, wash the engine using steam or engine cleaner.

4. It is essential to wash the wheel arches and subframe to remove all dirt, which retains moisture and accelerates the rusting process. If you discover rust during washing, carefully remove it with sandpaper until the metal is clean, then paint the area with paint containing anti-corrosion additives.

5. It is recommended to wash the car body weekly. First, you need to pour water on the body to soften the dirt stuck to it, then wash the body with a soapy solution using a soft sponge. Be careful, as dirt particles stuck to the body can damage the paint during washing.



6. Tar and asphalt particles stuck to the body can be cleaned with a rag soaked in kerosene or lamp oil (this oil can be purchased at a hardware store).

7. It is recommended to apply a protective wax coating to the chrome parts of the car body every two or three years. Please remember that when cleaning chrome plated parts with an appropriate cleaner, a thin layer of chrome is removed each time. Therefore, after cleaning a chrome part, be sure to apply a protective coating to it.