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Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner
Reactive heavy-soil wheel cleanerSituational specialist
A stronger option for neglected brake-dust buildup when a mild wheel soap no longer cleans effectively.
The chemistry
Surfactants loosen oily grime while iron-reactive chemistry attacks embedded ferrous brake particles.
Use it when
- Neglected factory wheels
- Heavy brake dust
- Wheel barrels with bonded contamination
Compatible surfaces
- Compatible factory wheel finishes
- Clear-coated and painted wheels
- Wheel surfaces approved on the current label
Avoid or verify first
- Hot wheels
- Unknown custom or damaged finishes
- Using maximum dwell as a substitute for agitation
How to use Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner safely
- 1Identify the wheel finish and allow the wheel and brake components to cool fully.
- 2Apply evenly, keep the product wet and agitate with dedicated non-scratching brushes if needed.
- 3Rinse lug recesses, barrels, calipers and the tire-to-wheel edge thoroughly before drying.
Directions and formulas change
Read the current bottle label and safety data before use. Vehicle, coating, film and material-maker instructions take priority over this editorial guide.
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