Get Appearance Care Guide for Honda Jazz 4 Door Second Generation (2009-2015)

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Appearance Care

Regular cleaning and polishing of

your vehicle helps to keep it ‘‘new’’

looking. This section gives you hints

on how to clean your vehicle and

preserve its appearance: the paint,

brightwork, wheels and interior. Also

included are several things you can

do to help prevent corrosion.

Exterior Care.................................. 346

Washing...................................... 346

Roof Antenna ............................. 347

Waxing........................................ 347

Aluminium Wheels.................... 348

Paint Touch-up........................... 348

Interior Care................................... 349

Carpeting .................................... 349

Floor Mats .................................. 349

Fabric .......................................... 350

Vinyl ............................................ 350

Leather........................................ 350

Seat Belts.................................... 350

Windows ..................................... 351

Air Fresheners........................... 351

Corrosion Protection..................... 352

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Exterior Care

Washing

Check the body for road tar, tree

sap, etc. Remove these stains with

tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it

off immediately so it does not

Frequent washing helps preserve

your vehicle’s beauty. Dirt and grit

can scratch the paint, while tree sap

and bird droppings can permanently

ruin the finish.

When washing the vehicle with a

high pressure washing system, the

fuel fill door may flip open and the

vehicle may be damaged. Confirm

that the fuel fill door is locked before

carrying out high pressure washing.

harm the finish. Remember to re-

wax these areas, even if the rest of

the vehicle does not need waxing.

Wash your vehicle in a shady area,

not in direct sunlight. If the vehicle is

parked in the sun, move it into the

shade and let the exterior cool down

before you start.

When you have washed and rinsed

the whole exterior, dry it with a

chamois or soft towel. Letting it

air-dry will cause dulling and water

spots.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with

cool water to remove loose dirt.

Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix

in a product made especially for

car washing.

Only use the solvents and cleaners

recommended in this owner’s

manual.

As you dry the vehicle, inspect it for

chips and scratches that could allow

corrosion to start. Repair them with

touch-up paint (see page 348 ).

Wash the vehicle using the water

and detergent solution and a soft-

bristle brush, sponge, or soft cloth.

Start at the top and work your way

down. Rinse frequently.

Chemical solvents and strong

cleaners can damage the paint, metal,

and plastic on your vehicle.

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Exterior Care

Antenna

Waxing

Polishes － Polishes and cleaner/

waxes can restore the shine to paint

that has oxidized and lost some of its

Roof Antenna

Always wash and dry the whole

vehicle before waxing it. You should

wax your vehicle, including the metal shine. They normally contain mild

60°

trim, whenever water sits on the

surface in large patches. It should

form into beads or droplets after

waxing.

abrasives and solvents that remove

the top layer of the finish. You

should use a polish on your vehicle if

the finish does not have its original

shine after using a wax.

You should use a quality liquid or

paste wax. Apply it according to the

instructions on the container. In

general, there are two types of

products:

Cleaning tar, insects, etc. with

removers also takes off the wax.

Remember to re-wax those areas,

even if the rest of the vehicle does

not need waxing.

Your vehicle is equipped with an

antenna on the centre front of the

roof. Before using a ‘‘drive-through’’

car washer, make sure you remove

the antenna by unscrewing it by

hand. This prevents the antenna

from being damaged by the car

washer brushes.

Waxes － A wax coats the finish and

protects it from damage by exposure

to sunlight, air pollution, etc. You

should use a wax on your vehicle

when it is new.

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Exterior Care

Aluminium Wheels

Paint Touch-up

Chemical solvents or strong cleaners

may cause discolouration or stain the

seat or other interior parts. Be

careful when you use such a

chemical agent when cleaning the

interior components.

(For some types)

Your dealer has touch-up paint to

match your vehicle’s colour. The

colour code is printed on a sticker on

the driver’s doorjamb or a plate

attached to the frame behind the

radiator. Take this code to your

dealer so you are sure to get the

correct colour.

Clean your vehicle’s aluminium alloy

wheels as you do the rest of the

exterior. Wash them with the same

solution, and rinse them thoroughly.

The wheels have a protective clear-

coat that keeps the aluminium from

corroding and tarnishing. Using

harsh chemicals, including some

commercial wheel cleaners or stiff

brushes, can damage this clear-coat.

Only use a mild detergent and soft

brush or sponge to clean the wheels.

Inspect your vehicle frequently for

chips or scratches in the paint.

Repair them right away to prevent

corrosion of the metal underneath.

Use the touch-up paint only on small

chips and scratches. More extensive

paint damage should be repaired by

a professional.

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Interior Care

Carpeting

Floor Mats

If you remove the floor mat, make

sure to re-anchor it when you put it

back in your vehicle.

Vacuum the carpeting frequently to

remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make

the carpet wear out faster.

Periodically shampoo the carpet to

keep it looking new. Use one of the

foam-type carpet cleaners on the

market. Follow the instructions that

come with the cleaner, applying it

with a sponge or soft brush. Keep

the carpeting as dry as possible by

not adding water to the foam.

If you replace it, use a genuine

Honda floor mat that is designed to

be used with the floor mat anchor in

your vehicle.

If you use a non-Honda floor mat in

the driver’s footwell, make sure it

fits properly and that it can be used

with the floor mat anchor.

For some types

Do not put additional floor mats on

top of the anchored mat, otherwise

the additional mats may slide

The genuine Honda driver’s floor

mat was designed to hook over the

floor mat anchors. This keeps the

floor mat from sliding forward and

possibly interfering with the pedals.

forward and interfere with the pedals.

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Interior Care

Fabric

Leather

Seat Belts

Vacuum dirt and dust out of the

material frequently. For general

cleaning, use a solution of mild soap

(For some types)

Vacuum dirt and dust from the

leather frequently. Pay particular

LOOP

and lukewarm water, letting it air dry. attention to the pleats and seams.

To clean off stubborn spots, use a

Clean the leather with a soft cloth

commercially-available fabric cleaner. dampened with clear water, then

Test it on a hidden area of the fabric

first, to make sure it does not bleach

or stain the fabric. Follow the

instructions that come with the

cleaner.

buff it with a clean, dry cloth. If

further cleaning is needed, use a

soap specifically for leather, such as

saddle soap. Apply this soap with a

damp, soft cloth. Wipe down and

buff as described above.

Vinyl

Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum

cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft

cloth dampened in a solution of mild

soap and water. Use the same

solution with a soft-bristle brush on

If you use a leather cleaner, wipe it

off quickly with a soft and dry cloth.

Never leave a cloth soaked with

leather cleaner on any part of the

interior. If left for a long time, some

If your seat belts get dirty, you can

use a soft brush with a mixture of

mild soap and warm water to clean

them. Do not use bleach, dye, or

cleaning solvents. They can weaken

the belt material. Let the belts air-

dry before you use the vehicle.

more difficult spots. You can also use leather cleaners may cause

commercially-available spray or

foam-type vinyl cleaners.

discolouration or cracking of interior

trim or fabric.

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Interior Care

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat

belt anchors can cause the belts to

retract slowly. Wipe the insides of

the loops with a clean cloth

Air Fresheners

If you want to use an air freshener/

deodorizer in the interior of your

vehicle, it is best to use a solid type.

Some liquid air fresheners contain

chemicals that may cause parts of

the interior trim and fabric to crack

or discolour.

The rear window demister is bonded

to the inside of the glass. Wiping

vigorously up-and-down can dislodge

and break these wires. When

cleaning the rear window, use gentle

pressure and wipe side-to-side.

dampened in mild soap and warm

water or isopropyl alcohol.

Windows

Clean the windows, inside and out,

with a commercially-available glass

cleaner. You can also use a mixture

of one part white vinegar to 10 parts

water. This will remove the haze that

builds up on the inside of the

windows. Use a soft cloth or paper

towels to clean all glass and clear

plastic surfaces.

If you use a liquid air freshener,

make sure you fasten it securely so it

does not spill as you drive.

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Corrosion Protection

Two factors normally contribute to

causing corrosion in your vehicle:

Many corrosion-preventive measures

are built into your vehicle. You can

help keep your vehicle from

Use a high-pressure spray to clean

the underside of your vehicle. This

is especially important in areas

that use road salt in winter. It is

also a good idea in humid climates

and areas subject to salt air.

1. Moisture trapped in body cavities.

Dirt and road salt that collects in

hollows on the underside of the

vehicle stays damp, promoting

corrosion in that area.

corroding by performing some

simple periodic maintenance:

Repair chips and scratches in the

paint as soon as you discover them.

Vehicles equipped with ABS have

a sensor and wiring at each wheel.

Be careful not to damage them.

2. Removal of paint and protective

coatings from the exterior and

underside of the vehicle.

Inspect and clean out the drain

holes in the bottom of the doors

and body.

Have the corrosion-preventive

coatings on the underside of your

vehicle inspected and repaired

periodically.

Check the floor coverings for

dampness. Carpeting and floor

mats may remain damp for a long

time, especially in winter. This

dampness can eventually cause

the floor panels to corrode.

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