How to Remove Rust From a Car
Picture this. You’re cleaning your beloved car, and after hours of scrubbing and polishing, you notice a few specks of rust forming on the bodywork. Nightmare! It’s natural to worry, but this issue is actually a lot easier to fix than you think. So, how do you go about removing rust from a car?
You may know that WD-40® Multi-Use Product is a lubricant, but its innovative formulas’ properties actually makes it a great rust remover for cars. The unique product treats rust by loosening the bonds between rust and metal, by penetrating the porous layer and then lubricating the surface so that it can be removed. Cool, right? So, let’s get you started. Find our step by step guide to fixing rusted parts on cars below…
Things you will need
Scourer
Clean water
Fresh cloth
Step 1
Get started removing rust from a car!
First things first – after you have located your rust spots, you are going to want to begin treating them straight away. Never leave any rust spots for long periods of time. The rust may worsen, and become less easy to repair and remove.
To begin the process, liberally apply WD-40 Multi-Use Product to the rusted area, using the Smart Straw for a precise application. Leave this for around ten minutes to allow the product to work its magic.
Step 2
Scrub away the rust
Once you have allowed the product time to work, it’s time to start removing the rust!
Scrub the surface gently with a light abrasive such as a scourer to loosen the rust. Pay extra attention to not to scratch the surface or remove any paint – using gentle, circular motions focussing on the affected areas only. You should see that the rust begins to release from the car surface easily.
If the rust is persistent, re-apply the product and allow another 10 minutes of soaking.
Step 3
Rinse away the rust
Once you are happy with the rust removal, rinse the area with clean water and dry the area with a clean cloth.
Step 4
Prevent a rusty car with WD-40
To protect your vehicle from future rust and corrosion, apply an extra layer of WD-40! This will provide a temporary protective layer, preventing future rust from forming on your car’s surface. It will also leave it gleaming for everyone to see the great job you’ve done – bonus!
So, there you have it!
You can now feel confident that your new car will be rust-free!
WD-40 can be used for all of your motoring needs, from treating rust to lubricating stuck and seized parts. Want to learn more about how to use our WD-40 Specialist Fast Release Penetrant? Read our blog on how to loosen rusted screws. Or click here to find more rust remover methods or how to remove rust from a bike chain.
Now that your car is assembled, do you know how to make it look “fresh out of the garage new”? Read our blog, How To Polish A Car, and learn more about maintaining your car in our blog about cleaning the car engine.
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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