Wash your car as often as possible. Dirt is abrasive and can scratch your car if left unwashed. Polluted air or acid rain can damage paintwork through a chemical reaction if left in contact with the surface of the vehicle. If you live by the sea or in the region (country), where road salt or road maintenance chemicals are used, you should pay special attention to the underside of your vehicle.
In winter or after driving on muddy, wet roads, rinse the underside of the vehicle thoroughly. Use a strong water jet to remove buildup of dirt and corrosive materials. Use a high quality car wash shampoo and follow the manufacturer's directions on the packaging. Shampoo can be purchased from an authorized Hyundai dealer or an auto shop. Do not use strong household cleaners, benzine, thinners or abrasive cleaners as this may damage the vehicle's paintwork. Use a clean sponge or cloth, wetting it frequently, and do not damage the paintwork by rubbing too hard. If the dirt has dried on, moisten it liberally and gently remove it.
To wash the wheels, use a soft brush or a coarse wool cloth soaked in a neutral detergent solution.
To clean plastic wheel covers, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and water.
Wash aluminum rims with mild neutral detergent or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Protect bare metal surfaces by washing, polishing and waxing. Since aluminum is prone to corrosion, pay special attention to aluminum rims in winter. Wash these wheels thoroughly after driving on salt covered roads.
After washing the car, dry it thoroughly. After drying, soapy water leaves stains on the paint.
In warm weather and low humidity, you may need to wipe every part of the car immediately after washing to avoid leaving streaks on the paint.
Wipe the vehicle dry after wiping. This is necessary to remove water from the paintwork so that it does not leave stains. Do not rub hard, as this may damage the paintwork.
If you find dents or scratches in the paintwork, cover them with repair paint to prevent corrosion. To protect the paintwork from corrosion, you should wash your car at least once a month. Pay special attention to removing salt, dirt and other substances from under the fenders of the vehicle. Make sure the drainage holes are free. Paint damage can be caused by tar stains, industrial emissions, charcoal and insect debris if these are not removed promptly. If plain water is not effective enough to remove accumulated dirt, use neutral car wash solutions. To remove the solution after washing, be sure to wipe the car. Do not allow the solution to dry on the vehicle's paintwork.