Don’t Be A Slob, Clean That Car!
In order to keep your car well maintained it's a good idea to clean it up once in a great while. Keeping your car in good condition helps to retain its value. Plus chances are you'll feel better when driving a clean vehicle. It's ideal to wash your auto once a week. It's recommended to wash in the shade because the sun can cause the water to dry up too fast and result in streaking.
First you will need to pick up the big pieces of trash such as water bottles and wrappers and toss them ot. Have a paper plastic handy so you can easily dispose of the garbage. Don't forget to look under the seat; a lot of trash can get stuck there. Don't forget to take out the floor mats and shake them out in order to get rid of dust and dirt.
Use a hand vacuum in order to vacuum the floors, mats and even seats if you have cloth ones. Discount stores sell these at affordable prices. If you don't have a hand vacuum you can go to a local do-it-yourself station where you can deposit some quarters and get to work.
Don't forget to clean out the trunk and throw out anything you don't need. This way you will have more space available in case you need to haul something large around. It will also increase your fuel economy if you empty the trunk of anything that you don't need on a daily basis.
Wipe down the dashboard, steering wheel, radio and air conditioner buttons. Don't forget to wipe down the transmission gear knob and the door handles since these tend to get grimy. The steering wheel can get quite greasy, especially if you eat in your car often. You can purchase pre-moistened cleansing cloths at auto specialty stores.
Don't ever use a harsh detergent or dishwashing soap on your car. If you use harsh soaps these can take the wax right off. Only use detergents and soaps made especially for car washing. Use a soft cloth to wipe down the car. Don't forget to wipe and polish the wheels too for a clean spiffy look. Use a garden hose and rinse everything off in order to remove the soap and dirt and dry the car using a dry towel.
Cleaning your car isn't a lot of fun but hey, not everything in life is. I usually like to clean my car out on the weekends. Don't be surprised if you find a long lost item when cleaning out your auto. Lots of stuff can get stuck between the nooks and crannies or under the seat! Have fun!
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