Wheel Cleaner
Wheel cleaner is a product for removing brake dust and road grime from wheels, often stronger than normal car shampoo.
What is Wheel Cleaner?
pH-neutral types are safer for most wheel finishes. Acidic cleaners act fast but can damage some surfaces. Many contain iron removers that change colour as they work. Use a separate brush and bucket for the wheels.
How it works
The chemicals dissolve or loosen brake dust, which is then rinsed away.
Why it matters for your car
Use acid-based cleaners only where the wheel maker allows. Clean wheels when they are cool, not straight after driving.
Other terms
- Brake Warning Light
- Coachbuilder
- Driving In Snow
- Dual-Zone Climate Control
- E-Fuels (Synthetic Fuels)
- Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Engine Timing Tools (Locking Kit)
- Freeze Frame Data
- Glow Plug
- Ground Strap (Earth Strap)
- Harmonic Balancer (Crankshaft Damper)
- Horsepower (Power)
- Hybrid System Warning Light
- Hydrogen Refuelling
- Oil Cooler
- Power Steering Warning Light
- Relative Compression Test
- Strobe Timing Light
- Studded Tyre
- Valve Body (Automatic Transmission)