How to Wash Your Car with a Pressure Washer

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get a pressure washer that is rated at a minimum of 2200 PSI @ 4.0 GPM minimum

   Anytime that a pressure washer with pressures or flows that are less then the recommended minimums are used, brush the vehicle, then rinse.
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   Step 2: unless brushing.

   , When the vehicle is cold the use of warm water increases the efficiency of the detergent. , Liquid detergent concentrate should be downstream injected onto the surface. , Keep the nozzle close enough to the surface to clean, but not so close that the pressure could damage anything. , Pre-dilute ½ gallon of concentrate with 4 ½ gallons of water prior to further dilution through the injection system. ,,
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   Step 3: If the vehicle is extremely dirty

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   Step 4: power wash the heavy dirt off before applying the detergent.

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   Step 5: When the vehicle is hot

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   Step 6: cool down the surface with cold clear water prior to applying the detergent.

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   Step 7: Apply the detergent to the vehicle.

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   Step 8: Pressure wash the detergent off

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   Step 9: top to bottom.

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    Step 10: Apply Plex-Master through the downstream injector to give the car a protective seal.

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    Step 11: Rinse with clear water then towel the vehicle dry.

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    Step 12: Finished.

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