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How to Minimize

Environmental Paint

Damage

The paint work on your Mazda represents

the latest technical developments in

composition and methods of application.

Environmental hazards, however, can

harm the paint's protective properties, if

proper care is not taken.

Here are some examples of possible

damage, with tips on how to prevent

them.

qEtching Caused by Acid Rain or

Industrial Fallout

Occurrence

Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions

drift into the air and mix with rain or dew

to form acids. These acids can settle on a

vehicle's finish. As the water evaporates,

the acid becomes concentrated and can

damage the finish.

And the longer the acid remains on the

surface, the greater the chance is for

damage.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and wax your

vehicle to preserve its finish according to

the instructions in this section. These

steps shoul d be taken immediately after

you suspec t that acid rain has settled on

your vehicle's finish.

qDamage Caused by Bird

Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap

Occurrence

Bird droppings contain acids. If these

aren't removed they can eat away the clear

and color base coat of the vehicle's

paintwork.

When insects stick to the paint surface

and decom pose, corrosive compounds

form. These can erode the clear and color

base coat of the vehicle's paintwork if

they are not removed.

Tree sap will harden and adhere

permanently to the paint finish. If you

scratch the sap off while it is hard, some

vehicle paint could come off with it.

Prevention

It is necessary to have your Mazda

washed and waxed to preserve its finish

according to the instructions in this

section. This should be done as soon as

possible.

Bird droppings can be removed with a

soft sponge and water. If you are traveling

and these are not available, a moistened

tissue may also take care of the problem.

The cleaned area should be waxed

according to the instructions in this

section.

Insects and tree sap are best removed with

a soft sponge and water or a commercially

available chemical cleaner.

Another method is to cover the affected

area with dampened newspaper for one to

two hours. After removing the newspaper,

rinse off the loosened debris with water.

Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

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