CORROSION PROTECTION
TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM
CORROSION
MOST COMMON FACTORS CONTRIBUT-
ING TO VEHICLE CORROSION
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Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the
vehicle clean.
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The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and
debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other
areas.
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Always check for minor damage to the paint
surface and if any exists, repair it as soon as
possible.
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Damage to the paint surface and other protective
coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or
minor traffic accidents.
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Keep the drain holes in the lower edge of the
doors open to avoid water accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS INFLUENCE
RATE OF CORROSION
Check the vehicle underbody for accumulation of
sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with water as
soon as possible.
Moisture
The accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the inside
floor of the vehicle can accelerate corrosion. Wet floor
carpet/floor mats will not dry completely inside the
vehicle. They should be removed and completely dried
to avoid floor panel corrosion.
CAUTION:
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Never remove dirt, sand or other debris from
the passenger compartment by washing it
out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum
cleaner.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative
humidity.
Never allow water or other liquids to come in
contact with electronic components inside
the vehicle as this may damage them.
Temperature
High temperatures accelerate the rate of corrosion to
those parts which are not well ventilated.
Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely
corrosive. They accelerate corrosion and deterioration
of underbody components such as the exhaust system,
fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and
fenders.
Corrosion will also be accelerated in areas where the
temperatures stay above freezing.
In the winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in
coastal areas, or heavy road salt use accelerates the
corrosion process. Road salt also accelerates the
disintegration of paint surfaces.
For additional protection against rust and corrosion,
which may be required in some areas, consult
NISSAN dealer.
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