Car washing even in winter? How to do it!

Recently updated on January 10, 2023 at 07:14 am

Every winter there are tons on the roads Salt scattered. The vehicles then regularly look dirty due to the slush. Of course, many people ask: Can I safely wash my car in winter too? Yes! Because especially in winter, salt residues, slush and ice have to be removed regularly. In our opinion one should even in winter more car washes perform than in summer. At least when temperatures are above zero degrees. But many renounce for fear of damage to the paintwork completely on washing in winter. But salt contains chlorides, which in connection with moisture, act corrosive and literally eat their way into the paint. The result is Corrosion. And this happens even faster if there are already damaged areas on the paintwork, such as small scratches. One is recommended prewash with one Pressure Washer or at least a washing system program with Pre-wash functionto remove coarse salt residue before the actual cleaning to remove.

Prepare in autumn!

In the ideal case, by the way, you treat the vehicle to something before the onset of winter a wash with polish and wax. Maybe even a complete one Lacquer sealing. This means that the paint is roughly protected against salt and moisture and is fit for the low temperatures. Washing facilities are of course also open in winter. An important aspect in winter is not only the cleaning itself, but also that Drying after that. When the wash water freezes onto the car, it often happens that the doors open no longer open. Also can Damage occur on rubber and plastic parts.

You are on the safe side if you are Windshield wiper, Door cracks, Seals and Door locks best to dry by hand. What many do not consider is that the Braking effect due to water residues, reduced can be. In order to get rid of the water film on the brake disc, it is advisable to briefly step on the brake after washing and driving slowly. To prevent such problems, we recommend one in winter heated car wash instead of a Self-service wash box. And if possible you wash the car in the morning, as it can then dry out during the day before it gets frosty again in the evening. In general, a car wash in winter should be carried out on days when there are no freezing temperatures.

Don't forget the subfloor

By the way, the opinions go a little bit Cleaning the sub-floor concern, apart. The underbody is the place on the vehicle where road salt collects and likes to mess around and you can't see it. Therefore, an underbody wash is necessary during the winter recommended, but at the latest after the winter season it is indispensable. Such cleanings are offered in common washing systems, but they are less recommended there. Because it mostly will Domestic water used, which also contains salt. The high and continuous pressure of the water vapor is also not really beneficial for the moving and, above all, electronic parts.

Well-believed underbody care can quickly cause more damage than it does good. Undoubtedly the better, but also more complex, alternative is laundry by hand with a steam cleaner. The beam should be set to medium strength. These are then aimed directly at the dirty areas. You should leave out the openings in the underbody, as well as the electronics. These areas are best cleaned without water and only with compressed air.

Headlights, locks, seals, tires and rims

By the way, they are particularly important in the cloudy, foggy and cold season headlights. If there is too much salt and dirt on it, the luminosity is significantly worse. Even if the headlights are cleaned in the car wash anyway, it is important to regularly to check the lights and to clean them again separately, for example when refueling. You should also keep an eye on the door locks. A penetration and the subsequent one Freezing of moisture to avoid them, you can treat them with special silicone sprays.

The Seals are also regularly checked for damage and freed from salt residues. After cleaning them in the car wash, they should be dried off. This prevents the rubber parts from becoming brittle and tearing when the doors are opened and closed. Also the Tubes and Rims are to be cleaned regularly. Preferably with a mild one wheel cleaner, One Pressure Washer and with one soft brush take action against particularly stubborn dirt. This means that the vehicle is well cared for and safe even in winter.

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