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APPEARANCE CARE
75RM4-01E
Cleaning exteriorCaring for aluminum wheels
NOTE:
• Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter-gent, or a cleaner containing petroleum
solvent to wash aluminum wheels.
These types of cleaner will cause per-
manent spots, discoloration and cracks
on finished surfaces and damage to cen-
ter caps.
• Do not use a bristle brush and soap con-
taining an abrasive material. These will
damage finished surfaces.
WashingWashing by hand
60B212S
When washing the vehicle, park it in the
place where direct sunlight does not fall on
it and follow the in structions below:
1) Flush the underside of body and wheel housings with pressurized water to
remove mud and debris. Use plenty of
water.
2) Rinse the body to loosen the dirt. Remove dirt and mud from the body
exterior with running water. You may
use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use
hard materials which can scratch the
paint or plastic. Remember that the
headlight covers or lenses are made of
plastic in m any cases.
NOTICE
It is important that your vehicle be
kept clean and free from dirt. Failure
to keep your vehicle clean may result
in fading of the paint or corrosion to
various parts of th e vehicle body.
WA R N I N G
• Never attempt to wash and wax
your vehicle with the engine run-
ning.
• When cleaning the underside of the
body and fender, where there may
be sharp-edged parts, wear gloves
and a long-sleeved shirt to protect
your hands and arms from being
cut.
• After washing your vehicle, care-
fully test the brakes before driving
to check that they have maintained
their normal effectiveness.
NOTICE
When washing the vehicle:
• Avoid directing steam or hot waterof more than 80°C (176°F) on plas-
tic parts.
• To avoid damaging engine compo- nents, do not use pressurized
water in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the paint or plas-
tic surface, do not wipe the dirt off
without ample water. Follow the
above procedure.
