Toyota RAV4 2019 Owner's Manual page 318

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6-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
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Do not use a polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel's or
other interior part's painted surface
may be damaged.
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Preventing damage to leather
surfaces
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
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Remove any dust or dirt from
leather surfaces immediately.
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Do not expose the vehicle to direct
sunlight for extended periods of
time. Park the vehicle in the shade,
especially during summer.
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Do not place items made of vinyl,
plastic, or containing wax on the
upholstery, as they may stick to the
leather surface if the vehicle interior
heats up significantly.
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Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with
water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio
system may be damaged if water
comes into contact with electrical
components such as the audio sys-
tem above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the
body to rust.
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When cleaning the inside of the
windshield (vehicles with Toyota
Safety Sense)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact
the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(P.180)
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Cleaning the inside of the rear
window
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Do not use a glass cleaner to clean
the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defog-
ger heater wires. Use a cloth damp-
ened with lukewarm water to gently
wipe the window clean. Wipe the
window in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires.
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Be careful not to scratch or damage
the heater wires.
Cleaning the leather areas
 Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner.
 Wipe off any excess dirt and dust
with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of approxi-
mately 5% neutral wool detergent.
 Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
all remaining traces of detergent.
 Wipe the surface with a dry, soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture. Allow the leather to dry
in a shaded and ventilated area.
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Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the inte-
rior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle's inte-
rior.
Cleaning the synthetic
leather areas
 Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner.