Ran over a puddle of leaked diesel yesterday...

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Jonny Zero, Sep 18, 2012.

  1. Jonny Zero

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    ... I think it was diesel. It was on the side of the road and did not look like water. I could not avoid it since the other land was occupied.

    Afterwards the exterior smelled like diesel. It did not click until today. I am going to wash the car this weekend. Any concern with the diesel attacking paint, plastic, or rubber parts on this car? All paint surfaces have a layer of wax on.
     
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    I would have washed straight away. User joy soap and re-wax as soon as possible.
     
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    Agree on not waiting to wash. I would skip the joy soap and use regular car wash. The joy soap could strip your wax.
     
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    I will wash tomorrow morning then.
     
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    Diesel spills on a motorcycle are a lot less fun. Yet, another reason for the world to own a hybrid! :)
     
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    You mean a skating session on the diesel?
     
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    Oh yeah! Plus it typically blends in with the asphalt. Engine coolant is even worse but it's much easier to see (usually).
     
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    ...I am not an expert on diesel spill impact on cars (maybe something on Google) but I would assume it will dissolve the wax finish in those areas that you waxed that it contacted.
     
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