2014 LEXUS LX570 wiper blades

4573-2. Using the air conditio ning system and defogger
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Interior features
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Windshield wiper de-icer
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The windshield wiper de-icer can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION■
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pil-
lars as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Press the “CLIMATE” button.
On/off The windshield wiper de-icer
will automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.
Touching the switch again also
turns the de-icer off.STEP 1
STEP 2

7314-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Aluminum wheels ●
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not us e strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint. ●
Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving
for long distance in the hot weather. ●
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.■
Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION■
When cleaning the windshield
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When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand ●
When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor ●
If something bumps against the windshield ●
If you directly touch the ra indrop sensor body or if something bumps into the
raindrop sensor■
Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaus t pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns. Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers
may operate unexpected ly in the following
situations, and may result in hands being
caught or other serious injuries and cause
damage to the wiper blades.OFF

7324-1. Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) NOTICE■
To prevent deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.) ●
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead inse cts or insect drop pings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface ●
If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately. ●
To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with
low humidity when storing the wheels.■
Cleaning the exterior lights ●
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights. ●
Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.■
When using an automatic car wash
Turn off the wiper switch.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may
be damaged.

7414-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Vehicle exterior Items Check points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
Windshield wipers/rear window
wiper • The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the
windshield/rear window without
streaking or skipping.
CAUTION■
If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.