Lexus RX 450h 2010 Owner's Manual page 460

Aluminum wheels
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes
or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners. Use the same
mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
Bumpers
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Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
To prevent deterioration and body corrosion
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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
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• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint
surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled by dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
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CAUTION
Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
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Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
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