Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior - Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual

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Do not point the nozzle of a high pres-

sure washer at the areas shown in the

illustration, as high pressure water may

damage the oil cooler.

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6-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle interior

Perform cleaning in a manner

appropriate to each component

and its material.

Protecting the vehicle interior

 Remove dirt and dust using a vac-

uum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces

with a cloth dampened with luke-

 If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off

with a soft cloth dampened with

neutral detergent diluted to approx-

Wring out any excess water from

the cloth and thoroughly wipe off

remaining traces of detergent and

Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-type

cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush

to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping cir-

cles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces

and let them dry. Excellent results are

obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as

Handling the seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water

using a cloth or sponge. Also check the

belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying