Body structure and engine frame — maintenance (Nissan Bluebird T12)

The condition of your car's bodywork is very important, as it greatly affects its resale value. It is much more difficult to restore a poorly maintained or damaged bodywork than to repair a mechanical unit. Hidden areas of the bodywork, such as wheel wells and the engine compartment, are equally important, although they do not require as much attention as the rest of the bodywork. The main thing in car body maintenance is regular washing, preferably with plenty of running water from a hose. This removes all the dirt that sticks to the car. It is important to wash it so as not to scratch it with sand particles. Wheel arches and the engine cradle need washing in order to remove dirt that retains moisture and contributes to the formation of rust. It is best to clean the bodywork in damp weather, when the dirt softens.

It is good to clean the car with hot steam periodically, except for cars with a wax-based protective coating. This will show what repairs and replacements are necessary. Cleaning is needed to remove oil dirt accumulations. This method is not suitable for cars with a wax protective coating, otherwise it will be removed. Such cars should be serviced before winter, when the underbody can be washed and the wax coating restored. A completely new coating must be applied. It is also injected into doors, window sills, body sections, etc., as an additional guarantee against damage by rust, where such protection is not provided by the manufacturer.

After washing the body, wipe it with leather and chamois to avoid stains. A layer of car polish will help protect it from chemical pollutants in the air. To restore the shine of the paint, use a polish/cleaner such as Turtle Extra. For metallic paint, a special soft cleaner is required to avoid damage.

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