When Water Is Splashed To Your Car During Car Wash, Etc.; Aluminum Wheels; Bumpers - Toyota Rush Owner's Manual

When water is splashed to your car during car wash, etc.

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If the electronic key is within the effective range, water pressure from car
washing, etc. may push the switch on the door handle and may lock/unlock
the doors. (Even when the doors were unlocked, the doors will automatically
be locked after about 30 seconds if the doors are not opened).

Aluminum wheels

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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
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Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
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To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
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cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather

Bumpers

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Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
WARNING
When washing the vehicle
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Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc., to catch fire.
Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
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Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.
Precautions regarding the headlight lens
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Do not touch the headlight lens when turning on the light and immediately
after turning off the light. The headlight lens become hot and may cause
burns.
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