Vogue Custom Wheel Maintenance
FOR YOUR SAFETY: After your wheels have been mounted on your vehicle, make sure the installer fills out the safety checklist and you have verified each item on it. In addition, make sure you have your lug nuts retorqued immediately after 25 miles of use. Failure to retorque is unsafe and could cause a serious accident resulting in bodily injury. Retorquing must be done any time the wheel lug nuts are removed for any reason.
WARNING! If you hit a hard object (curb, pothole, etc.) or have an accident, and have visual damage, always have your wheels inspected for fracture by a Vogue Tyre Retailer/Dealer. If a fracture is found, replace the wheel immediately.
CHROME WHEEL MAINTENANCE:
Important! All warranty claims will be voided if improper maintenance or improper cleaning agents are used. You have invested in a
product of the highest quality and workmanship. Your new wheels do require care to maintain their factory appearance. We strongly
suggest you take a few reasonable steps to protect your investment.
- Regular Cleansing. Typical road soils trap moisture which can cause corrosion over a period of time. Brake dust, caused by friction of your car's braking system, is itself corrosive and can cause pitting of the wheel's finish. These soils must be removed regularly, preferably weekly depending on your driving habits.
- Use of Proper Cleaning Agents. Vogue Tyre recommends a mild dishwashing soap and water to clean the wheels. Your wheel's finish should be treated as you would treat the finish of your car. Most household cleaning agents are too harsh for the finish on your wheels and must be avoided. There are a vast number of commercially available wheel cleaners on the market today, but we urge extreme caution regarding their use, since they tend to be acid or lye based.
- Additional Tips. To prevent scratching of the wheel's finish, never clean your wheels with scouring pads or metal polishes. If you use automatic car washes, tell them not to use steam cleaners or strong chemicals to clean your wheels. They can cause permanent staining or corrosion. Use caution when cleaning tires with steel wool or a bristle brush. These types of abrasive materials must not come in contact with the wheels. Never allow any harsh chemicals or tire cleaners to come in contact with the wheels as they will damage the appearance of the wheel permanently. Never spray cold water on extremely hot wheels. Always allow time to cool before cleaning with soap and water.
12/01/2004
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