How to clean dirt on aluminum alloy wheels
Jul 24,2025
Neutral cleaning agents and professional tools should be used to clean aluminum alloy wheels, and a step-by-step cleaning method should be adopted to avoid damaging the surface of the wheel hub.
Core cleaning steps
After cooling treatment: After driving, the vehicle needs to wait for the wheel hub to cool naturally. It is forbidden to rinse the high-temperature wheel hub with cold water to avoid metal deformation and damage to the braking system.
Basic cleaning methods:
Use neutral soapy water or professional wheel cleaner, spray evenly and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to dissolve stains.
Stubborn iron powder or rust stains can be treated with iron powder remover, and a purple reaction (pollutant oxidation phenomenon) can be observed after spraying.
Tool selection principle:
Priority should be given to using sponges, microfiber towels, or soft bristled toothbrushes, and hard tools such as steel wire balls should be avoided.
Deep stains can be wiped with a soft abrasive (such as copper paste) in combination with a rotating wiping technique.
Special stain treatment
Tar residue: Apply active oil and let it sit for 3 minutes before wiping, using the oil's solubility properties to remove it.
Oxidation white spots: Use WD-40 rust inhibitor or copper paste to repair the surface through penetrating protective film.
Oil contaminated mixed brake powder: environmentally friendly enzyme products can decompose organic pollutants, with a reaction time controlled within 5 minutes.
Maintenance and Protection
Immediately wipe dry with a dry towel after cleaning, and it is recommended to wax monthly to form a protective layer in coastal areas.
Daily parking should avoid chemical pollution areas to reduce the probability of acid rain erosion.
It is recommended to conduct professional ultrasonic cleaning every quarter for complex shaped wheels to thoroughly remove dirt and debris from gaps.
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