Karmann Colorado Operating Instructions Manual - Care of The Vehicle

Exterior

CARE OF THE VEHICLE 

10-1

Washing

The vehicle can be washed with special

vehicle shampoo. 

Chemical cleaners, alcohol, glass cleaner or

cleaners containing benzene or similar may

not be used. The cleaners may not contain

any softeners as this can lead to cracks or

brittleness. Instead, clean the acrylic

windows with water, a clean sponge and a

soft cloth. Stickers and window pictures can

also damage the windows.

The window seals should not be cleaned

with abrasives or other cleaning agents.

Only apply talcum powder once a year. 

Decorative strips and names or writing

The decorative strips and writing should not

be cleaned with high-pressure cleaners or

tar removers, as they can become detached

or damaged.

Otherwise they can be cleaned in the same

way as the rest of the vehicle surface.

Conserving the exterior finish

The same applies to the conservation of the

body as to the basic vehicle. Timely

conservation makes cleaning easier, as dirt

does not adhere so easily. But even if

conservation liquid is used regularly for

washing, the vehicle should be treated at

least twice a year with hard wax polish. 

At least once a year the glass fibre

composite walls of the body should be

treated with a polish suitable for gel coat

(marine sector) and should then be sealed.

Underfloor protection

Additional underfloor protection is not

necessary for the body, as it is provided with

a glass fibre surface. 

As damage to this surface cannot be avoided

while driving, the underfloor of the body

should be checked and if necessary repaired

at regular intervals, preferably during the

annual sealing check.