Washing and Polishing

To protect the finish of your new vehicle, follow these guidelines carefully:

• During the first 30 days, rinse your vehicle frequently with water. If the vehicle is dirty, use a mild liquid soap. Do not use detergent.

• During the first 30 days, do not use anything abrasive on your vehicle. Brushes, chemicals, and cleaners may scratch the finish.

• During the first 120 days, do not wax your vehicle.

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 vehicle 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. If the finish has become dull, before waxing, 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 diesel fuel or antifreeze stand on a painted surface. If either should occur, rinse the surface off with water.

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

• Park your vehicle in a sheltered area whenever possible.