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FINAL CLEANING
AND DETAIL
PD-0810M
Caution: Wear the proper safety
protection when sanding, cleaning,
mixing and spraying all materials
included within this process.
1
INSPECTION: Inspect the vehicle for any heavily soiled areas or bug spatter, tree sap
and other sticky substances.
2
INTERIOR: Pre-spot any heavily soiled interior spots using an All-Purpose Cleaner
and Degreaser.
3
WHEELS: Apply a heavy-duty wheel cleaner. Do not use on uncoated aluminum wheels.
OTHER AREAS: Apply an all-purpose cleaner and degreaser to engine compartment,
wheels, tires, jambs, etc.
TIRES AND WHEELS: Brush tires and wheels as needed.
RINSE: Rinse all areas where wheel cleaner or all-purpose cleaner and degreaser
were applied.
4
TAR: Remove tar, tape or adhesive residue with an Adhesive and Tar Remover.
5
PRE-TREAT: Pre-treat heavily soiled, bug spatter, tree sap and other sticky substances
with an all-purpose cleaner and degreaser.
6
WASH: Wash entire vehicle with car wash soap and water.
CLEANER CLAY: If paint overspray, oxidation, or environmental fallout such as acid rain
or bird droppings are present, use 3M™ Cleaner Clay to remove.
Rinse and dry.
7
TIRES: Dress tires with a Silicone-Free Tire Dressing.
8
INTERIOR: Clean interior with an all-purpose cleaner and degreaser. Rinse any
pre-spotted materials and treat again if necessary.
WINDOWS: Clean interior and exterior windows with glass cleaner.
9
Wipe vehicle with a detail cloth and inspect the vehicle for any remaining soiled areas.
