Your car wash checklist
Use this guide before arranging a wash, tackling accumulated road grime, or giving your vehicle a more thorough refresh. A few simple checks help you identify the areas that need attention, prepare the interior, and choose cleaning methods suited to your vehicle's surfaces and current condition.
Review each area before cleaning begins, and follow vehicle-specific care instructions whenever a surface, finish, or cleaning product requires special attention.
Pay extra attention to dried mud, insect residue, and stubborn contamination that may require a suitable treatment rather than vigorous scrubbing.
Decide whether your cabin needs a quick vacuum, detailed attention to high-use areas, or additional cleaning for visible dust and everyday mess.
Pause before using an unfamiliar product if its suitability for your paint, wheel finish, glass, upholstery, or interior trim is uncertain.
Allow time for a final inspection, especially around mirrors, door edges, wheels, glass, and other places where moisture or dirt can remain.
Look over the bodywork, glass, wheels, and lower panels to identify the main sources of contamination. Remove loose debris appropriately, select products intended for automotive surfaces, and avoid rubbing grit across the paintwork.
Remove personal items and loose rubbish, check beneath the seats, and identify areas that need vacuuming or surface cleaning. Use suitable methods for upholstery, floor mats, dashboard materials, and other interior finishes.
Follow product instructions and check for remaining dirt, streaks, or water residue. Use appropriate materials on glass and painted surfaces, take care around sensitive components, and consult vehicle care guidance if a specialized finish or material needs particular treatment.
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