Aluminum wheels
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
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brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use 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
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for long distance in the hot weather.
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
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Bumpers
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Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Front side windows water-repellent coating
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The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent
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coating.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the
windows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating
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can be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
Outside rear view mirror rain-clearing coating (if equipped)
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Observe the following precautions in order to retain the rain-clearing properties of
the mirror.
Clean the mirrors using car shampoo or glass cleaner that does not contain sili-
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cone or an abrasive compound, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Allow the mirrors to be exposed to direct sunlight for 1 to 2 days.
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