Lexus IS350 AWD Owner's Manual page 455

When using a car wash
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If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective range, the
door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the following correction proce-
dures to wash the vehicle:
Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehi-
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cle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart access system with
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push-button start. (P. 137)
Aluminum wheels
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
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Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
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To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following precautions.
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• 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 driving or park-
ing in hot weather
Bumpers
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Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Front side windows water-repellent coating (if equipped)
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The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent coating.
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• 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
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repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
Plated portions
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If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:
Use a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5% solution of neutral detergent and
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water to clean the dirt off.
Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture.
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To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product.
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