I just don't know what to do now.... - Toyota Yaris Forums

HTM Yaris · 05-30-2010, 12:20 PM

Your paint should be under warranty . Get the Dealer to do it .

If they don't fix it try a rubbing compound and then wax the Yaris

It doesn't matter how soft the applicator pad is , if there is even just a minute amount of sand/dirt there will be swirl marks .
When waxing my car I use the following steps .

1. Wash car with a high pressure sprayer .( Hold nozzle about 6" away from car ) DO NOT ever use the foam brush on your paint . Some guy who just washed his truck after mud dobbin' probably used the brush and there will be retained sand/dirt waiting to scratch your paint . It ok to use foam brush on wheels and glass ( After you spray the brush out ) .

2. Go immediately to a touchless car wash .
3. Wipe car down with brand NEW soft micro fiber cloth . Utilize this step to remove any dirt you may have missed .
4. Wax car using multiple brand new applicator pads to ensure no contaminates are trapped in the applicator pad . Wax one section at a time .
5. Remove wax with a brand new micro fiber cloth . Buff section with a separate brand new micro fiber cloth .

If you are able to wax your car indoors ( Garage ) do so to eliminate any contaminants that may get on your paint while you are waxing . Try not to wax on a windy day if you are outside for the same reason .

Try to get the dealer to fix first b/c obviously their person screwed it up first . A rubbing compound will definately work , but I hate to suggest a rubbing compound on brand new paint .

Also there are waxes that advertise the removal of swirl marks . You may want to try one of those on a small section of your Yaris to see how effective it is .

Curious , did you use Dawn or any other dish washing liquid ? Dish washing liquid will strip the wax OFF of your Yaris and makes swirl marks . NEVER use dish washing liquid to wash your car .

Oh , and don't forget to wax your head and tail lights . The wax will give them UV protection and keep your lights from "hazing" . Not to mention bug removal can be done with a simple rinse after you wax the lights .

Hope this helps

05-30-2010, 12:20 PM	#2
HTM Yaris resident senior View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: south Carolina Posts: 814	Your paint should be under warranty . Get the Dealer to do it . If they don't fix it try a rubbing compound and then wax the Yaris It doesn't matter how soft the applicator pad is , if there is even just a minute amount of sand/dirt there will be swirl marks . When waxing my car I use the following steps . 1. Wash car with a high pressure sprayer .( Hold nozzle about 6" away from car ) DO NOT ever use the foam brush on your paint . Some guy who just washed his truck after mud dobbin' probably used the brush and there will be retained sand/dirt waiting to scratch your paint . It ok to use foam brush on wheels and glass ( After you spray the brush out ) . 2. Go immediately to a touchless car wash . 3. Wipe car down with brand NEW soft micro fiber cloth . Utilize this step to remove any dirt you may have missed . 4. Wax car using multiple brand new applicator pads to ensure no contaminates are trapped in the applicator pad . Wax one section at a time . 5. Remove wax with a brand new micro fiber cloth . Buff section with a separate brand new micro fiber cloth . If you are able to wax your car indoors ( Garage ) do so to eliminate any contaminants that may get on your paint while you are waxing . Try not to wax on a windy day if you are outside for the same reason . Try to get the dealer to fix first b/c obviously their person screwed it up first . A rubbing compound will definately work , but I hate to suggest a rubbing compound on brand new paint . Also there are waxes that advertise the removal of swirl marks . You may want to try one of those on a small section of your Yaris to see how effective it is . Curious , did you use Dawn or any other dish washing liquid ? Dish washing liquid will strip the wax OFF of your Yaris and makes swirl marks . NEVER use dish washing liquid to wash your car . Oh , and don't forget to wax your head and tail lights . The wax will give them UV protection and keep your lights from "hazing" . Not to mention bug removal can be done with a simple rinse after you wax the lights . Hope this helps __________________