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Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
●Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
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Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
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Front side windows water-repellent coating
●The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repel-
lent coating.
• Remove any dirt, etc., from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long
period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning
the windows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating
can be repaired. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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Restoration work for rain clearing effect of the rain clearing mirror (if
equipped)
The rain clearing effect on the mirror surface will gradually recover after expo-
sure to sunlight (P. 235).
However, if you want to restore the effect immediately, conduct the following
procedures:
Apply water to the mirror surface to wash the dirt away from it.
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Remove the dirt by using a clean, soft and wet cloth.
Clean the mirror surface with glass cleaner or detergent. When detergent is
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used, rinse the mirror surface with a lot of water.
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Wipe water on the mirror surface by using a clean and soft cloth, etc.
Park your vehicle outdoors to expose the mirror surface to sunlight for
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about 5 hours. (The restoration time differs depending on the amount and
type of dirt.)
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