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8-1. Exterior maintenance and care
Start washing from the front of the vehicle.
Extend the mirrors before driving.
Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface, parts
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(wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle' s paint.
Depending on the automatic car wash, the rear spoiler may become caught,
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preventing it from being washed or causing damage to it.
When it is necessary to set the engine switch to ACC with the shift position held
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in N, refer to P.168.
Using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle
NOTICE
When washing the vehicle, do not spray any of the cameras or their surrounding area
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directly. The shock from high pressure water may cause a camera to malfunction.
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Do not bring the tip of the nozzle close to connectors or the boots (rubber or resin
cover) of the following parts.
The parts may be damaged if sprayed by high-pressure water.
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Drivetrain related parts
Steering parts
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Suspension parts
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Brake parts
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Keep the tip of the nozzle at least 11. 9 in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle body.
Otherwise resin parts, such as the moldings, bumpers, etc., may be deformed and
damaged. Also, do not continuously spray water on the same place.
Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. If water enters the air
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conditioning system intake located near the lower part of the windshield, the air
conditioning system may not operate correctly.
Do not wash the underside of the vehicle using a high pressure washer.
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When using a high pressure washer, as water may enter the cabin, do not bring the
tip of the nozzle near the gaps around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or
spray these areas continuously.
Cleaning the wheels and wheel ornaments
Perform the following:
Remove any dirt immediately using a neutral cleaning agent.
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Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
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