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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Keeping alloy wheels clean can prevent corrosion. You can simply clean the alloy wheels with soap and water, or you can use special products to make them shine. Use the tips in this article on caring for your alloy wheels to keep them looking great for years to come.

Steps

1. 1 Wash off any dirt and brake dust from the wheels. Rinse them with a thin stream of water from the hose.
2. 2 Wipe the wheels with a damp sponge. This will remove most of the remaining brake dust and dirt, preventing scratches during subsequent cleaning.
3. 3 Clean dirt from alloy wheels with a store-bought cleaner. Do not use acid-based products as they will damage the varnish.
   • Mix water and detergent in a bucket. Read the instructions for use of the product to get it right.
   • Soak a sponge in the solution. Squeeze out the sponge to avoid wasting the solution.
   • Wipe the wheels with a sponge. Since you've cleaned the dirt first, you shouldn't run into problems.
   • Use an old toothbrush to clean the gaps in the wheels.
4. 4 Rinse off the solution. Hose the wheels with water to rinse off the cleaner.
5. 5 Dry the wheels with a microfiber or suede cloth.
6. 6 Clean stubborn stains from alloy wheels using household items.
   • Use aluminum foil and cola to remove rust. Clean with a piece of aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola.
   • Clean oil stains with vinegar. Use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar for this.
   • Apply lemon juice to discs to make them shiny. Leave the lemon juice on the discs for 10 minutes and then wash off with water.
7. 7 Apply wax to the discs to create a protective layer. Use a special cast wheel wax and reapply every 3 months.

Tips

• Use a damp sponge to clean the wheels once a week. This will prevent the brake dust from sticking and you will have to clean less later.
• For best results, remove the wheels from the vehicle before cleaning so you can access wherever you are.

Warnings

• Do not clean the wheels if they are hot. Soap can stain as the water dries quickly.
• Do not use a steel sponge as it may scratch the surface.

What do you need

• Hose with spray nozzle
• Sponge
• Microfiber fabric
• Bucket
• Alloy wheel cleaner
• Toothbrush
• Disc wax
• White or apple cider vinegar
• Lemon juice
• Cola
• Aluminium foil