Nissan Murano: Appearance and care / Corrosion protection
Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion
Most vehicle corrosion is caused by:
- The accumulation of moistureretaining
dirt and debris in body panel
sections, cavities, and other areas.
- Damage to paint and other protective
coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic collisions.
Environmental factors influence the rate of corrosion
Moisture
Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on
the vehicle body underside can accelerate
corrosion. Wet floor coverings will not dry
completely inside the vehicle and should
be removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of
high relative humidity, especially those areas
where the temperatures stay above
freezing and where atmospheric pollution
exists and road salt is used.
Temperature
High temperatures accelerate the rate of
corrosion to those parts which are not well
ventilated.
Air pollution
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in
the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt
use accelerates the corrosion process.
Road salt also accelerates the disintegration
of paint surfaces.
Protect your vehicle from corrosion
- Wash and wax your vehicle often to
keep the vehicle clean.
- Always check for minor damage to the
paint and repair it as soon as possible.
- Keep drain holes at the bottom of the
doors open to avoid water accumulation.
- Check the underbody for accumulation
of sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with
water as soon as possible.
CAUTION
- NEVER remove dirt, sand or other debris
from the passenger compartment
by washing it out with a hose.
Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner or
broom.
- Never allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electronic components
inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.
Chemicals used for road surface de-icing
are extremely corrosive. They accelerate
corrosion and deterioration of underbody
components such as the exhaust system,
fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan
and fenders.
In winter, the underbody must be
cleaned periodically.
For additional protection against rust and
corrosion, which may be required in some
areas, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION
Periodically clean the seat tracks to prevent
reduction of ability to move the
seats.
Clean periodically with a high-powered
vacuum cleaner...
Other information:
Temperature control dial (driver’s side)/AUTO button
ON-OFF button
Display screen
MODE (manual air flow control) button
Temperature control dial (passenger’s side)/DUAL button
Fresh air intake button
Air recirculation button
A/C (air conditioner)
button
fan speed control buttons
REAR window and outside
mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch
FRONT (defroster) button
WARNING
The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running...
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery* (for maintenance free batteries):
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service...