Lexus ES350 Service Manual page 409

Aluminum wheels
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes or
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abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
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long distance in the hot weather.
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
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Bumpers and side moldings
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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 be damaged or catch fire.
When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
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Set the wiper switch to off.
If the switch is in "AUTO", the wipers may oper-
ate unexpectedly in the following situations,
and may result in hands being caught or other
serious injuries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
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touched by hand
When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
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If something bumps against the windshield
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If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the raindrop
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sensor
Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers
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Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers until they
have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers can
cause burns.
Precaution regarding the Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
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If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction. If
this occurs, consult your Lexus dealer.
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