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View Poll Results: Feelings about the car care section of your owner's manual
It's the gospel. I use it solely to ensure maximum protection 3 2.26%
It's more than adeqaute. I use it as a reference but do more than their recommendation to ensure maximum protection 34 25.56%
It's below average. Following their advice will lead to cosmetic and premature problems and may cause more problems down the line 60 45.11%
It is downright bloody awful! Don't use it! 36 27.07%
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Old 03-15-04, 09:46   #1 (permalink)
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Vote on the Car Care Section of Your Owner's Manual

How do you feel about the car care section of your owner's manual in regards to offering proper advice on washing, waxing, treating leather and vinyl to ensure your autombile remains in good condition for years to come?
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Old 03-15-04, 10:32   #2 (permalink)
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I have an Audi A8 and an Acura MDX. They give no great detailed info only basic common sense.

If you want to keep your car tip top shape, you won't learn what you need to know from the manual.

I am guessing this is in response to MFM?
 
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Only basic DIY instructions are worse these days in owners manuals. I would consider Autopia to be my official "owners manual for car care" in terms of appearance and detailing maintenance
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I think all owner's manuals should direct people to www.autopia.org for complete care care information
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Spilchy,

the info I have seen is sort of generic regardless of the mfr. It typically reads: " Wash your car frequently and wax 1X per year". That's the extent of guidance.

Have you come across an OM that has much detail on detailing?
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Old 03-16-04, 05:05   #6 (permalink)
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My Porsche Cayenne Manual Pretty Much Says:

"Use Porsche Products"

Has Some Good Common Sense Info. Better Info Than Some Manuals I Have Looked At, But Definetly Not The Most Thorough Source imo.
 
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There is'nt a section in mine!!!!

Theres one line wash off salt in winter!
 
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There is no section in mine either.
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