Originally posted by DRAVEN:
yes...dishsoap...



No. Dishsoap is the wrong formulation for use in automobiles. Its primary purpose is to kill bacteria and cut through oils. Sure, it will remove the wax, but it can damage the finish and it will break down the oils in exterior plastics.

http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/maintenance/articles/43777/article.html

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Normal dish soap, laundry soap and household cleaners are a big no-no, as they are designed to remove and dissolve grease and oil. These same detergents also strip the wax off of a car's finish and in some cases, "detergent burn" the paint. Hose off the entire vehicle to cool the paint if it is warm and to rinse off any loose contaminants.




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