Introduction

Your car’s wheels are one of the most important parts of your vehicle. They’re what you see every time you look at your car, so it’s important to keep them clean and polished. Neglecting your wheel cover can lead to rusting and other damage that can be expensive to fix. Follow these tips for keeping your wheels looking their best:

1. Remove any debris.

  • Remove any debris.

The first step in cleaning your wheels is to take a brush and remove any dirt, grime, and debris from the wheel wells and between each spoke. A pressure washer or hose can also be used to blast away stubborn dirt if necessary. If you still have a buildup of dirt remaining on your wheels after brushing them off, use a damp cloth to wipe down the wheels until they are clean

2. Rinse the wheels.

Once you’ve cleaned your wheels, it’s time to rinse them. You can do this with a hose or a pressure washer if you have one, but if not, use a wet/dry vacuum to remove any remaining dirt and debris from the wheel wells. Once that has been done, dry them off with a towel or chamois cloth until the surface is completely dry.

3. Apply wheel cleaner.

  • Apply wheel cleaner.

Using the provided applicator, apply a generous amount of wheel cleaner to each wheel. Let it sit for the recommended time—usually five minutes or so—and then use a wheel brush to agitate it, rinsing thoroughly with water and drying thoroughly with a towel when you’re done.

4. Let the cleaner sit as instructed on the cleaning product (usually around 1 minute).

  • Let the cleaner sit as instructed on the cleaning product (usually around 1 minute).
  • Next, use a wheel brush to agitate the wheel and remove any remaining dirt particles. If your wheel is caked with grime, this can take some time—but be patient! Be sure not to use too much force when brushing; it’s better to let some stubborn dirt remain than risk damaging your wheel.
  • Rinse thoroughly with a high-pressure setting on a hose or pressure washer, if available (this step may require two people).

5. Agitate with a wheel brush.

  • Use a soft bristle brush. Avoid harsh scrubbing to avoid scratching the wheel’s surface.
  • Use a brush specifically made for cleaning wheels, as these brushes are designed to get in tight spaces and clean all types of wheels. If you don’t have one, it is best to use a general purpose cleaner that does not contain abrasives or chemicals that can damage your wheels (for example, do not use WD-40).

6. Rinse the wheels thoroughly with a high-pressure setting on a hose or pressure washer, if available.

Once the wheel is clean, rinse it thoroughly with a high-pressure setting on a hose or pressure washer, if available. This will remove any remaining dirt and grime that may have been loosened during the cleaning process.

7. Dry your wheels with an absorbent towel to prevent water marks and water spots from etching permanently onto your wheels if you cannot rinse them completely dry.

Now that the wheel is clean, you need to dry it. The best way to do this is with an absorbent towel. A microfiber towel works best because it will absorb the most water without scratching up your wheels. If you don’t have any microfiber towels, a regular old bath towel will work too. Just make sure not to use newspaper or paper towels—you don’t want those scratch marks on your wheels! You also don’t want to use a chamois cloth (the kind used for drying off cars) as they can leave behind lint and fibers which can get embedded into your rims over time and damage them further creating more scratches than previously existed before cleaning!

If possible, let the wheel dry naturally after rinsing it off; otherwise gently pat-dry with a dry cloth until no more water remains on its surface

Take care of your car’s wheels!

Car wheels are the first thing people see when they look at your car. If they’re not clean, it’s obvious to everyone that you’re not taking care of your car. Wheels can get damaged by salt, dirt and grime so they need to be cleaned regularly. Wheel cleaning products are available at most auto parts stores and they’re easy to use!

To clean your wheels:

  • Wash them with soap and water; rinse thoroughly
  • Dry the wheels with a soft cloth

Conclusion

As you can see, car wheel cleaning is not an easy process. However, it’s important to remember that the results are worth the effort. Not only will you be keeping your wheels looking brand new, but you’ll also be protecting them against damage caused by oxidation. More information on how to keep your wheel looking new.