Common Causes of Corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion on your car are: o Road salt, dirt and moisture that is allowed to accumulate underneath the car.
o Removal of paint or protective coatings by stones, gravel, abrasion or minor scrapes and dents which leave unprotected metal exposed to corrosion.
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Keep Paint and Trim in Good Condition
Scratches or chips in the finish should be covered with "touch-up" paint as soon
as possible to reduce the possibility of corrosion. If bare metal is showing through,
the attention of a ...
Drive Belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation
and replace if necessary. Drive belts should be checked periodically for proper
tension and adjusted as neces ...
Brake/clutch fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. The level should be between
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake fluid
conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 sp ...