Cleaning Running Boards
We recommend that you clean yourrunning boards in the following way:
1.Use a clean, soft, non-abrasive spongeor brush to remove heavy deposits ofdirt.
2.Allow the cleaner to sit on the runningboard surface for the time specified.Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
3.For additional information andassistance, contact an authorizeddealer.
Note:Do not leave the cleaner on longerthan the recommended wait time. Thiscould damage the running boards.
Note:Do not allow the cleaner to dry unlessinstructed.
Note:Some car washes could damage therunning boards.
Note:Using non-recommended cleaners,harsh cleaning products, chrome wheelcleaners or abrasive materials coulddamage the running boards.
CLEANING THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove debrisfrom the screen area below windshield.
Note:If you are not familiar with the partsaround the engine do not wash the enginecompartment. Avoid frequent enginewashes.
When washing the engine compartment:
•Never wash or rinse the engine while itis hot or running.
•Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,spark plug wire or spark plug well.
•Cover the battery, power distributionbox, and air filter assembly to preventwater damage.
Note:If your vehicle has an engine coverremove the cover before application ofshampoo and degreaser.
•Spray an approved engine shampooand degreaser on all parts that requirecleaning and rinse with water.
CLEANING STRIPES ORGRAPHICS
It is recommended to wash your vehicle byhand however, pressure washing may beused under the following conditions:
•Use a spray with a 40° wide sprayangle pattern.
•Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (30 cm)distance and 90° angle to yourvehicle's surface.
•Do not use water pressure higher than1,450 psi (10,000 kPa).
•Do not use water hotter than 167°F(75°C).
Note:Holding the pressure washer nozzleat an angle to the vehicle's surface maydamage graphics and cause the edges topeel away from the vehicle's surface.
CLEANING CAMERA LENSES ANDSENSORS
We recommend that you only uselukewarm or cold water and a soft clothto clean the camera lens and sensors.
Note:Do not pressure wash camera lensand sensors.
CLEANING THE UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of yourvehicle frequently. Keep body and doordrain holes free from packed dirt.
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Note:If the ornament retention clips aremisaligned between the studs or wheel nuts,the ornament will be improperly installed.This improper installation may appear andsound correct, but will not keep theornament on the vehicle. Ornamentsimproperly installed in this manner maybecome loose or fall off during driving.
Use your hand or a rubber mallet to tap theornament until the retention clips snapover the wheel nut flanges. Tap in a starpattern until the ornament seats fully ontothe wheel. There should be an even gapbetween the ornament and the wheelwhen it is properly installed.
Stowing the Flat Tire or Spare Tire
1.Place the tire on end with the valvestem facing toward the front of thevehicle. Lay the tire on the ground, nearthe rear of the vehicle, with the valvestem side facing up.
2.Slide the wheel partially under thevehicle and install the retainer throughthe wheel center. If equipped, you mayhave to remove the wheel center capprior to pushing the retainer throughthe center of the wheel. To remove thecenter cap, press it off with the lugwrench tip from the inner side of thewheel. Pull on the cable to align thecomponents at the end of the cable.
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