This is a home car wash sequence to independently ensure the cleanliness of the car

lacrymosemedia.com – Car washing has many benefits, one of which is keeping the exterior of the car looking clean. In addition to taking advantage of paid car wash services, many vehicle owners wash their cars independently.

PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (PT SIS) has several recommendations for car owners to carry out independent car washing safely and accurately so that the results are still satisfactory.

1. Wash the dirtiest parts like wheels and tires first

The area under the car closest to the track, such as the wheels and tires, is usually the dirtiest part of a used car. In this section, car owners can use wheel cleaner or a special liquid designed to clean wheels and tires.

Car owners can use a special brush to facilitate and ensure the removal of dirt. If the car owner uses car shampoo, make sure that the water and foam used for the wheels and tires are not changed or reused for the glass area and car body.

2. Wet the entire vehicle with clean running water

After cleaning the wheels and tires, the next step is to spray the car body with clean water to remove dirt before shampooing.

The best way to spray water is sideways, and especially for car owners who use high-pressure water, avoid spraying directly into areas with open holes, such as grilles or bumper holes. The purpose of this technique is to make the washing process safer for the body surface or components behind the vehicle’s vents.

3. Start washing from the roof of the car

When you start washing the car, be sure to use water, shampoo, and a sponge or microfiber cloth that is different from those used to wash wheels and tires. After that, start from the top or cleanest.

Be sure to wash the car from top to bottom, not in a circular motion. Washing the roof of this car will cause the soapy water to run down to the bottom, i.e. the front, side and rear windows.

4. Parts of mirrors, windows and windshield

After cleaning the roof of the car, the next part that needs to be washed is the glass such as mirrors and windows. Car owners can clean it by adding water and shampoo with a microfiber cloth.

5. Car body parts

After completing the window glass, slowly clean the body of the car from front to back in a top-to-bottom motion. Also, be sure to wash the car lights on the front and back of the car.

Do not use harsh washing equipment to avoid scratching the car body. Owners can use a brush to clean parts that have a narrow surface or many indentations.

6. Wash the car and dry with a soft microfiber cloth

Shampoo foam still attached to the car should be thoroughly washed off with clean water until nothing remains. To finish washing the exterior of the car, car owners can dry the car body with a soft microfiber cloth, as this cloth has good absorbency and does not leave streaks. Dry thoroughly, especially on parts prone to water stains, such as windshields, windows and lights. Soft microfiber cloth suitable for car and glass surfaces.

Hariadi, Asst. The head of PT SIS also told the Service Department that washing your own car at home has other benefits such as protecting the car from dust that can cause scratches, maintaining a clear view while driving, even maintaining the value of the car and protecting people’s health. driver and passengers.

“Choose a special car wash shampoo with a pH close to 7 and a minimum of 60 percent silicone. In addition, the tools and equipment used should be suitable and of good quality,” he concluded. (wol/ari/d1)