V50 w646.book - ESD - Volvo

08 Car care
Rustproofing
Inspection and maintenance
Your car received a thorough and complete
rustproofing at the factory. Parts of the body
are made of galvanised sheet metal. The underbody
is protected by a wear-resistant
anti-corrosion compound. And, a thin, penetrating
rustproofing fluid was sprayed into the
members, cavities and closed sections.
Maintain the car’s rustproofing.
• Keep the car clean. Hose down the underbody.
If using a pressure washer, keep the
nozzle at least 30 cm from the painted
surfaces.
• Regularly check and touch-up the rustproofing
treatment as necessary.
The car’s rustproofing does not normally require
treatment for approximately 12 years.
After that time, it should be treated at threeyear
intervals. If the car needs further treatment,
please contact an authorised Volvo
workshop.
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