Lexus ES350 Service Manual page 410

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7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
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wheels etc.)
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
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• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present 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 pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with 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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To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
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humidity when storing the wheels.
Cleaning the exterior lights
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Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
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This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
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Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
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Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in "AUTO", the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.
When cleaning the windshield
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Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. (P. 262)
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.
When using a high pressure car wash
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Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
Traction related parts
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Steering parts
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Suspension parts
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Brake parts
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