Keeping Your Vehicle Looking New

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To extend the life of your vehicle's finish, follow these guidelines:

  • Avoid washing your vehicle in the hot sun.

  • Always use water. After the cab is completely washed, dry it with a towel or chamois.

  • Do not dust painted surfaces with a dry cloth, as this will scratch the paint.

  • Do not remove ice or snow from a painted surface with a scraper of any sort.

  • To prevent damage to the finish, wax it regularly. Before waxing, if the finish has become dull, remove oxidized paint using a cleaner specifically designed for this purpose. Remove all road tar and tree sap before waxing. Freightliner recommends that a quality brand of cleaner or cleaner-polish and polishing wax be used.

  • Do not let antifreeze stand on a painted surface. If this should occur, rinse the surface off with water.

  • To prevent rust, have any nicks or other damage on the finish touched up as soon as possible.

  • Park your vehicle in a sheltered area whenever possible.

Note:
Document Number: 0000086937
Manual Publication Date: 2024-03-21
Topic Publication Date: 2025-02-13