Get APPEARANCE CARE Guide for Suzuki Jimny SUV Fourth Generation (2018-2026)

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Corrosion prevention

It is_ important to take good care of your

vehicle to protect it from corrosion. Listed

below are instructions for how to maintain

your vehicle to prevent corrosion. Please

read and follow these instructions carefully.

Important information about corro-

sion

Common causes of corrosion

1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt moisture

or chemicals in hard-to-reach areas of

the vehicle underbody or frame.

2) Chipping, scratches and any damage to

treated or painted metal surfaces

resulting from minor accidents or abra-

sion by stones and gravel.

Environmental conditions which accel-

erate corrosion

1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea

breeze or industrial pollution will all

accelerate the corrosion of metal.

2) High humidity will increase the rate of

corrosion particularly when the tem-

perature range is just above the freez-

ing point.

3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle

for an extended period of lime may pro-

mote corrosion even though other body

sections may be completely dry.

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4) High temperatures will cause an accel-

erated rate of corrosion to parts of the

vehicle which are not well-ventilated to

permit quick drying.

This information illustrates the necessity of

keeping your vehicle (particularly the

~nderbody) as clean and dry as possible. It

Is equally important to repair any damage

to the paint or protective coatings as soon

as possible.

How to help prevent corrosion

Wash your vehicle frequently

The_ best way to preserve the finish on your

vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to

keep it clean with frequent washing.

Wash your vehicle at least once during the

winter and once immediately after the win-

ter.

K<:ep your vehicle, particularly the

underside, as clean and dry as possible.

If you frequently drive on salted roads

your vehicle should be washed at

least

once a month during the winter. If you live

near the ocean, your vehicle should be

washed at least once a month throughout

the year.

For washing instructions, refer to "Vehicle

cleaning" section.

Remove foreign material deposits

Foreign materials such as salts chemicals

road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings

and

industnal fall-out may damage the finish of

your vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces.

Remove these types of deposits as quickly

as possible. If these deposits are difficult to

wash off, an additional cleaner may be

required. Check that any cleaner you use

is not harmful to painted surfaces and is

specifically intended for your purposes.

Follow the manufacturer's directions when

using these special cleaners.

Repair finish damage

Carefully examine your vehicle for damage

to the

painted surfaces. Should you find

any

chip~ or scratches in the paint, touch

them up 1mmed1ately to prevent corrosion

from starting. If the chips or scratches have

gone through to the bare metal have a

qualified body shop make the

rep~ir.

Keep passenger and luggage compart-

ments clean

Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate

under the floor mats and may cause corro-

sion. Occasionally, check under these

mats to ensure that this area is clean and

dry. More

fr~quent checks are necessary if

the vehicle Is used for off-road driving or in

wet weather.

Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertiliz-

ers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely cor-

rosive by nature. These products should

be transported in sealed containers. If they

are spilled or leaked, clean and dry the

area immediately.

Park your vehicle in a dry, well-venti-

lated area

Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly-

ventilated area. If you often wash your

vehicle in the garage and place it there in

wet condition, your garage may be damp.

The high humidity in the garage may

cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet vehi-

cle may corrode even in a heated garage if

the ventilation is poor.

Use mud and gravel shields

The use of mud and gravel shields will help

protect your vehicle, especially if you fre-

quently drive on gravel or salted roads.

Full-size shields, which extend as close to

the road as is practical, are the best. The

fittings for such shields should also be cor-

rosion resistant. Please check with your

SUZUKI dealer for information on these

shields.

A WARNING

Do not apply additional undercoating

or rust preventive coating on or

around exhaust system components

such as the catalytic converter and

exhaust pipes. A fire could be started

if the undercoating substance

becomes overheated.

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Vehicle cleaning

A WARNING

When cleaning the interior or exterior

of the vehicle, do not use flammable

solvents such as lacquer thinners,

gasoline and benzene. Also, do not

use cleaning materials such as

bleaches and strong household

detergents. The materials could

cause personal injury or damage to

the vehicle.

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Cleaning interior

Vinyl upholstery

Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter-

gent dissolved in warm water. Apply the

solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft

cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to

loosen dirt.

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Rub the surface with a clean, damp cloth

to remove dirt and the soap solution. If

some dirt still remains on the surface,

repeat this procedure.

Fabric upholstery

Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

Using a mild soap solution, rub stained

areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove

soap, rub the areas again with a cloth

dampened with water. Repeat this until the

stain is removed, or use a commercial fab-

ric cleaner for tougher stains. If you use a

fabric cleaner, carefully follow the manu-

facturer's instructions and precautions.

Leather upholstery

Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

Using a mild soap or saddle soap solution,

wipe dirt off with a clean damp soft cloth.

To remove soap, wipe the areas again with

a soft cloth dampened with water. Wipe the

areas dry with a soft dry cloth. Repeat this

until the dirt or stain is removed, or use a

commercial leather cleaner for tougher dirt

or stains. If you use a leather cleaner,

carefully follow the manufacturer's instruc-

tions and precautions. Do not use solvent

type cleaners or abrasive cleaners.

NOTE:

In order to keep leather upholstery look-

ing good, it should be cleaned at least

twice a year.

If leather upholstery becomes wet,

immediately wipe it dry with tissue paper

or a soft cloth. Water may cause leather

to harden and shrink if it is not wiped off.

When parking on sunny days, select

a

shady place or use a sunshade. If

leather upholstery is exposed to direct

sunlight for a long time, it may disco/or

and shrink.

As is common with natural materials,

leather is inherently irregular in grain and

cowhide has spots in its natural state.

These do not affect the performance of

the leather in any way.

Seat belts

Clean seat belts with a mild soap and

water. Do not use bleach or dye on the

belts. They may weaken the fabric in the

belts.

Vinyl floor mats

Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl

with water or mild soap. Use a brush to

help loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened,

rinse the mat thoroughly

wtth water and

dry it in the shade.

Carpets

Remove dirt and soil as much as possible

with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap

solution, rub stained areas with a clean

damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas

again with a cloth dampened with water.

Repeat this until the stain is removed, or

use a commercial carpet cleaner for

tougher stains. If you use a carpet cleaner,

carefully follow the manufacturer's instruc-

tions and precautions.

Instrument panel and console

Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

Gently wipe dirt off with a tightly squeezed

damp clean cloth. Repeat this until the dirt

is removed.

NOTICE

Do not use chemical products that

contain silicon to wipe electrical

components such as the air condi-

tioning system, audio

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navigation

system, or other switches. These will

cause damage to the components.

NOTICE

Liquid such as liquid aromatics,

soft drinks or juice may cause dis-

coloration, wrinkles, and cracking

to resin-based parts and textiles.

Immediately wipe it dry with tissue

paper or a soft cloth.

Do not leave leather products with

color, fur or vinyl products, etc. in

your vehicle for long periods. It

may cause discoloration or deterio-

ration of interior.

Cleaning exterior

NOTICE

It is important that your vehicle be

kept clean and free from dirt. Failure

to keep your vehicle clean may result

in fading of the paint or corrosion to

various parts of the vehicle body.

Caring for aluminum wheels

NOTE:

Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter-

gent, or a cleaner containing petroleum

solvent to wash aluminum wheels.

These types of cleaner will cause per-

manent spots, disco/oration and cracks

on finished surfaces and damage to cen-

ter caps.

Do not use a bristle brush and soap con-

taining an abrasive material. These will

damage finished surfaces.

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Washing

A WARNING

Never attempt to wash and wax

your vehicle with the engine run-

ning.

When cleaning the underside of the

body and fender, where there may

be sharp-edged parts, wear gloves

and a long-sleeved shirt to protect

your hands and arms from being

cut.

After washing your vehicle, care-

fully test the brakes before driving

to check that they have maintained

their normal effectiveness.

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Washing by hand

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When washing the vehicle, park it in the

place where direct sunlight does not fall on

it as much as possible and follow the

instructions below:

1) Flush the underside of body and wheel

housings with pressurized water to

remove mud and debris. Use plenty of

water.

NOTICE

When washing the vehicle:

• Avoid directing steam or hot water

of more than 80°C (176°F) on plas-

tic parts.

To avoid damaging engine compo-

nents, do not use pressurized

water in the engine compartment.

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2) Rinse the body to loosen the dirt.

Remove dirt and mud from the body

exterior with running water. You may

use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use

hard materials which can scratch the .

paint or plastic. Remember that the

headlight covers or lenses are made of

plastic in many cases.

NOTICE

To avoid damage to the paint or plas-

tic surface, do not wipe the dirt off

without ample water. Follow the

above procedure.

3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild

detergent or car wash soap using a

sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or

cloth should be frequently soaked in the

soap solution.

NOTICE

When using a commercial car wash

product, observe the cautions speci-

fied by the manufacturer. Never use

strong household detergents or

soaps.

4) Once the dirt has been completely

removed, rinse off the detergent with

running water.

5) Wipe off the vehicle body with a wet

chamois or cloth and allow it to dry in

the shade.

6) Check carefully for damage to painted

surfaces. If there is any damage, touch

up the damage following the procedure

below:

1. Clean all damaged spots and allow

them to dry.

2. Stir the paint and touch up the dam-

aged spots lightly using a small

brush.

3. Allow the paint to dry completely.

Washing by an automatic car wash

NOTICE

If you use an automatic car wash,

check that your vehicle's body parts,

such as spoilers, cannot be dam-

aged. If you are in doubt, consult the

car wash operator for advice.

Washing by a high-pressure cleaner

NOTICE

If you use a high-pressure cleaner,

keep away the nozzle from your vehi-

cle sufficiently.

Bringing the nozzle to your vehicle

too close or pointing the nozzle to

the opening of front grill or bumper

etc. can cause damage and mal-

function of the vehicle body and

parts.

Pointing the nozzle to the weather-

strip of door glasses, doors and the

sunroof (if equipped) can allow

water to enter the cabin.

Waxing

After washing the vehicle, waxing and pol-

ishing are recommended to further protect

and beautify the paint.

Only use waxes and polishes of good

quality.

When using waxes and polishes,

observe the precautions specified by the

manufacturers.

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