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396Plastic 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 orcause 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 tow el. Do not rub or press hard - you might scratch the
paint.
Automatic car wash
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving your vehicle through anautomatic car wash.
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some types 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.
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NOTICE
Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage thetreated surface and cause it to wear earlier. Removedirt or sand using a vacuum cleaner.
If a stain should fail to come out with a neutraldetergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain anorganic solvent.
Never use organic substances such as benzine,alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions forcleaning the leather as these could causediscoloring.
Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. mayscratch the fine grained surface of the leather.
Mildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery. Beespecially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your
upholstery always clean.
Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your
vehicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.
The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hotsummer days, so avoid placing on the upholsteryitems made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax asthese tend to stick to leather when warm.
Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery couldresult in discoloration or staining.
If you have any questions about the cleaning of your
Lexus, your local Lexus dealer will be pleased to answer
them.
Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts
Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as
possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some
are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which
you mix with water to produce a foam. To shampoo the
carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in
overlapping circles. Do not apply water - the best results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the
shampoo instructions and follow them closely.
The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water
or with lukewarm water.
Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts
for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
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