Volvo S40 & V40 Manual
Car care Car care
Car care includes not only maintaining the appearance of the car, but also
protecting the car exterior
from the effects of air pollution, rain, mud or road salt. The paintwork should
also be touched up
immediately, if damaged, to prevent rust formation.
Paint touch up
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly when washing the car for instance. Touchup if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touchup paint.
NOTE: When ordering touchup paint from your Volvo retailer, use the paint code
indicated on the
model plate. The plate is located in the rear wall of the engine compartment
(fire wall).
Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
Primer can
Paint touchup bottle
Brush
Masking tape
NOTE: When touching up the car, it should be clean and dry. The surface
temperature should be above
60° F (15° C).
Scratches on the surface
If the stone chip has not






