Alfa Romeo 147 Benutzeranleitung

The paintwork does not only serve an aes-

thetic purpose but also protects the underly-
ing sheet metal. In the case of deep scrapes
or scores, you are advised to have the nec-
essary touching up carried out immediately
to avoid the formation of rust. Only original
products should be used for touching up paint
(see “Body paint identification plate” in the
“Technical Specifications” chapter). 

Normal paint maintenance consists in

washing at intervals depending on the con-
ditions and environment of use. For exam-
ple, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are sprayed with salt, it is wise to wash the
car more frequently. 

When drying, take particular care with the

less visible parts like door surrounds, bon-
net and around the headlights where wa-
ter may stagnate. The car should not be tak-
en to a closed area immediately, but left in
the open so that residual water can evapo-
rate.

Do not wash the car after it has been left

in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork. 

Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in

the same way as the rest of the car. 

Where possible, do not park under trees;

the resinous substance many species release
give the paint a dull appearance and in-
crease the possibility of triggering rust
processes.

IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be

washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly aggres-
sive.

To correctly wash the car: 

1) Spray the car with a low pressure jet of

water. 

2) Pass a sponge moistened with a light

detergent solution, rinsing the sponge fre-
quently. 

3) Rinse well with water and dry with a

jet of air or chamois leather. 

f the vehicle is washed in an automatic car

wash, follow these recommendations:

– remove the antenna from the roof to

avoid damages;

– water with a cleansing solution must be

used for washing;

– rinse accurately to avoid cleansing so-

lution residues which may remain on the
body or hidden parts.

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