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7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
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To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum 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 you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in 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
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with low humidity when storing wheels.
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Cleaning the exterior lights
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
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This may damage the surface of the lights.
Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
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Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
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When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-
shield wipers)
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.
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