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Washing Your Car
Lesson 6
Cleaning your car frequently helps preserve its beauty and protect your
investment. Here are some helpful dos and don’ts about the proper way to
wash and wax your car.
• Wash the car in a shady area rather
than in direct sunlight. If the car
has been parked in the sun, move
it into the shade so it can cool down
before you start.
• Use only solvents and cleaners
recommended in your car’s Owner’s
Manual. Some strong cleaners and
chemical solvents can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on
your car.
• First, use cool water to rinse the
car thoroughly (from the top down)
to remove loose dirt.
• Fill a bucket with cool water and
add a mild detergent (such as
dishwashing liquid). Wash the car,
working from the top down, using
this solution and a soft-bristle
brush, sponge, or soft cloth. Rinse
frequently.
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• Check the car for road tar, tree
sap, etc. Remove these stains
with turpentine, and rinse off
immediately. Even if the rest of
the car does not need waxing,
remember to rewax these areas.
• After rinsing the whole exterior, dry
the car with a chamois or soft towel.
(Letting it air-dry will cause dulling
and water spots.)
• If water doesn’t form into beads or
droplets on the car’s surface, it’s
time to wax the car—including the
metal trim. Be sure to use a quality
liquid or paste wax, and follow the
directions on the container. A wax
coats the finish, protecting it from
damage by exposure to sunlight, air
pollution, and so on.
1. What seven-letter noun in the reading
names a piece of soft leather used as a
polishing cloth? ________________________
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