Lexus ES-300 2001 Manual page 498

Plastic wheel ornaments:
ornaments are damaged easily by organic substances.
If any organic substances splashes an ornament, be
sure to wash it off with water and check if the ornament
is damaged.
CAUTION
Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel
ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents
while the vehicle is moving.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral
detergent.
Urethane bumpers and side moldings: Wash
carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The
bumper and side molding faces are soft.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are
marked safe for painted surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not use organic substances (gasoline,
kerosene, benzine or strong solvents), which may
be toxic or cause damage.
3. Rinse thoroughly – dried soap can cause streaking.
In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right
after you wash it.
The plastic wheel
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean
soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard – you might
scratch the paint.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash,
but remember that the paint can be scratched by some
type of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the
washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint
durability and gloss, especially on darker colors. The
manager of the car wash should be able to advise you
whether the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle.
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