- 1. Accumulation of moisture-containing dust and dirt in body panels, cavities, recesses, etc.
- 2. Damage to the paint layer by fragments of stones and gravel or in light collisions.
Influence of climatic factors on the corrosion rate
Moisture
Underbody corrosion is accelerated by accumulations of wet sand and dirt. To prevent rusting of the metal floor of the body, it is necessary to remove the wet carpet floor from the passenger compartment to dry, as it does not dry out completely inside the car.
Relative Humidity
The corrosion process is accelerated in areas with high air humidity, especially at temperatures above 0°C, when roads are treated with road salt and there is general atmospheric pollution.
Temperature
Elevated temperature accelerates corrosion in those parts of the body that are poorly ventilated.
Air pollution
The corrosion process is accelerated by factors such as industrial air pollution, the presence of sea salt in the air in coastal areas, and the heavy use of road salt on roads. Road salt, in addition, accelerates the process of destruction of the paintwork.
Measures to protect the car from corrosion:
- Keep your vehicle clean.
- Watch for minor damage to the paintwork and repair it as soon as possible.
- The drain holes at the bottom of the doors and at the rear of the body must always be open to prevent water from collecting.
- Check the bottom for build-up of sand, dirt or salt. Remove buildup immediately.
- It is strictly forbidden to wash off dirt, sand and other contaminants in the car interior with a water jet from a hose. Use a vacuum cleaner or brush for this.
- Never allow water to come into contact with electrical appliances and parts in the vehicle interior.