10/10/2026
🚙 Full Valet + Lanoguard Underseal — Step-by-Step
Volvo XC60 | Cornhill Call-Out ✅
🧼 PART 1 — Full Valet
🔹 Exterior
1. Pre-wash & Rinse — Rinse off loose dirt, grit and mud from the whole vehicle including wheel arches and sills
2. Wheels & Tyres — Clean all four wheels inside and out with wheel cleaner, agitate dirt, rinse thoroughly; scrub tyres
3. Snow Foam — Apply foam to the whole car, let dwell to lift dirt, then rinse off
4. Two-Bucket Hand Wash — Wash from top to bottom using microfiber mitt, clean rinse water often
5. Decontamination — Use clay bar to remove bonded contaminants (tar, tree sap, fallout) from paintwork
6. Dry — Dry thoroughly with plush microfiber towels and blower for gaps and mirrors
7. Glass — Clean all exterior windows and mirrors to a streak-free finish
8. Door Shuts — Clean, degrease and dry inside door frames and sills
9. Light Wax / Protection — Apply coat of wax or sealant to paintwork; buff to shine
🔹 Interior
10. Clear Out — Remove floor mats and personal items
11. Vacuum — Thoroughly vacuum seats, carpets, boot, footwells and under seats; use crevice tools for tight spots
12. Floor Mats — Shake out, clean, scrub and dry mats separately
13. Interior Surfaces — Wipe down dashboard, centre console, door cards and steering wheel with appropriate cleaner
14. Trim & Vents — Dust and clean air vents, buttons and tricky areas
15. Windows Inside — Clean interior glass streak-free
16. Seats & Carpets — Spot clean stains; agitate and extract if needed
17. Final Touch — Apply air freshener; replace mats neatly
🛡️ PART 2 — Lanoguard Underseal Treatment
18. Prep the Area — Jack up vehicle safely or position on ramps; ensure good access to full underbody
19. Initial Rinse — Pressure wash underbody to remove loose mud, grit and old debris
20. Degrease — Apply degreaser to oily/grimy areas, agitate with brush where needed
21. Deep Clean — Thoroughly pressure wash entire underbody, chassis rails, wheel arches and suspension components
22. DRY COMPLETELY — This is crucial! Allow to fully air dry or use blower/compressor; no moisture trapped underneath
23. Mask Off — Cover exhaust tips, brake discs/pads, calipers, sensors and any areas NOT to be coated
24. Mix Lanoguard — Stir thoroughly before pouring into sprayer
25. First Coat — Spray evenly over entire underbody, chassis rails, inside wheel arches and suspension
26. Second Coat — Allow first coat to become tacky (approx 30–60 mins), then apply second coat for full protection
27. Clean Up — Remove masking; wipe away any overspray from wheels or bodywork
28. Final Check — Inspect full coverage; no missed spots; warning customer on initial curing time (24–48 hrs before heavy rain/mud)
❄️ Finished result: Volvo XC60 is sparkling clean inside and out AND fully protected from road salt, grit and winter rust for the seasons ahead 🛡️
