2003 Lexus GX470 section 5

SECTION 6 – 4
442
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical components
Specifications443
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Checking battery condition 447
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Battery recharging precautions 450
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Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 450
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Checking the cartridge type fuses 453
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Adding washer fluid 454
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Replacing light bulbs 455
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SECTION 6 – 5
458
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
Specifications459
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Protecting your vehicle from corrosion 460
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Washing and waxing 461
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Cleaning the interior 463
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Rain clearing mirrors 466
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BODY
462Fuel
filler door: Do not apply water (high −pressure car wash,
for example) at or near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler door
opened. If the water enters the air vent, you may experience
trouble with refueling or rough engine idling.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are
damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic
substance splashes an ornament, be sure to wash it off with
water and check if the ornament is damaged.
CAUTION
Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel
ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents
while the vehicle is moving.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.
Urethane bumpers and side moldings: Wash carefully. Do
not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper and side
molding faces are soft.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene,
benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or
cause damage.
3. Rinse thoroughly − dried soap can cause streaking. In hot
weather you may need to rinse each section right after you
wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft
cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard − you might scratch the
paint.
Automatic car wash
NOTICE
Vehicles with Lexus link system: To prevent damage to
the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving
your vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some type of
brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process
itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially
on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able
to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your
vehicle.
Waxing your Lexus
Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the
original beauty of your Lexus’ finish.
Once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water
well, apply wax.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle before you begin waxing,
even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.

SECTION 7
468
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
FOR U.S. OWNERS
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners469
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