Always test on small scale before use in a discrete area (rear face of the wheel). Use on cool surfaces.
Spray liberally over the entire wheel surface ensuring good coverage of edges etc. Reaction time is temperature dependent usually between 1 to 5 minutes is sufficient. The chelating process is indicated by a change in colour from clear to deep purple.
Once no further colour deepening has occurred the wheel must be power-washed or rinsed off; extremely dirty wheels will benefit from agitation with a soft brush before rinsing.
Auto-wheel is safe to use on a wide range of surfaces including paints, lacquer alloys and steel, however, a small-scale trial should be carried out before use.
Due to the use of conductive films used to make chrome-look plastic surfaces or plate plastic wheel centres and films, these may be chelated by the active material and dulled - please keep away from these surfaces.
- Spray auto-wheel liberally onto your wheels.
- Avoid directly spraying the centre caps of the wheels.
- Wait for the colour-changing reaction, normally 3-5 minutes depending on the level of contamination.
- Now simply wash the wheel down with a hose or jetwash.
FAQ
Will Auto-Wheel hurt areas such as brake pads if sprayed while I’m cleaning my wheels?
Auto-Wheel shouldn’t do any damage but it is best to avoid these areas if possible and rinse the area if this does occur. Alternatively to avoid overspray, apply the product with the brush provided instead to localise the application
What is the difference between Korrosol and Auto-Wheel?
While these products are both intended to target the same brake dust and other metallic fallout, they are specifically formulated for their own particular job. Korrosol is designed for paintwork and will spread more easily across the surface, while Auto-Wheel is designed to cling on and work on a dirtier, verticle surface.
The products will be easier to use and it will be more economical for you if these products are used correctly, however, using these products interchangeably won’t cause damage.
Is Auto-Wheel suitable for diamond-cut alloy wheels?
Yes, Auto-Wheel is suitable for use on diamond-cut alloy wheels.
Will Auto-Wheel remove alloy wheel sealant or wax products?
We haven’t tested Auto-Wheel with alloy wheel waxes or sealants from other manufacturers, however, the fallout removal effect of Auto-Wheel is only necessary when contamination builds up and the wheels cannot be fully cleaned with regular car shampoo. This is commonly between 3-4 months, so it is likely you will need to reapply the wax or sealant by this time anyway due to erosion through use.
If you wished, you could apply the wax or sealant to an area on the back of the wheel to test what happens when you use Auto-Wheel on the surface.
Is it safe to use Auto-Wheel on alloy wheels that have been lightly kerbed?
Yes, this will cause no further damage to the wheels, as Auto Wheel only tackles contamination.
The instructions on the tech sheet say to avoid plastic wheel centre caps, why is this?
Auto-Wheel will not damage centre caps, but it will not have any other effect on this part of the wheel, so spraying here is simply wasteful. If any Auto-Wheel does overspray onto the cap, just rinse well to remove cleaner after use.
Do I use Auto-Wheel on wet wheels or dry?
Use on dry wheels and rinse off with water.
How often should I use Auto-Wheel?
When contamination such as brake dust is observed, which is usually every four months.
It isn’t necessary to use Auto-Wheel every time the car is washed, before the contamination builds, the wheels can be washed with a regular car shampoo.
