Cleaning Detergents; Preventing Damage To Leather Surfaces; When Cleaning The Inside Of The Windshield; Cleaning The Inside Of The Rear Window And The Rear Quarter Windows - Toyota 2016 Highlander Service Manual

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7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
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Cleaning detergents

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Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
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Do not use 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 uphol-
stery, 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 system 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 LDA [Lane
Departure Alert] and Automatic High Beam)
Be careful not to touch the camera sensor (P. 251, 283).
If the camera is accidentally scratched or hit, LDA and Automatic High
Beam may not operate properly or may cause a malfunction.
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Cleaning the inside of the rear window and the rear quarter windows

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Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window and the rear quarter
windows, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater
wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently
wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the
heater wires or antenna.
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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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