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# How to wash your motorhome or caravan

## This article will help explain how to wash your motorhome or caravan

Being on the road often, driving, parking in the dirt, and travelling through various weather conditions all put your motorhome or caravan through a lot. The cleaner you keep your motorhome or caravan, the easier it will be to avoid normal wear and tear from travelling throughout the year. (You should aim to wash the exterior at least once a month, if not more, depending on how often you travel and where you go.)

 

**Instructions:**

- Roof and solar panels – It is not recommended to stand on the roof, but if you have a ladder or a balcony, use a long soft brush with wash n wax to clean the roof and solar panels. By keeping your solar panels clean, you will maximise charging.
- Windows – Do not use any brushes as windows can scratch easily and can become milky.  It is recommended you use a soft microfibre cloth and just water or recommended products for the inside and outside of the windows. Even the slightest bit of chemicals, e.g. dishwashing liquid, can cause damage to your windows and void the warranty.
- Silicon – If you see the silicon going mouldy in places, use a small amount of white spirits on a cloth or toothbrush and wipe them down. Do not let the white spirits go on the paintwork.
- Outside fridge vents – When washing your motorhome, avoid spraying water directly up into these vents.

**DO NOT** use a water blaster or chemicals. Some products can harm silicon and affect the coating on your motorhome.

You can book a full roof wash with our service centre at the time of booking your annual check. [Click here to email the service centre](mailto:service@traillite.co.nz), or ring 0800 872 455.

 

 

 

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