Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2009 Manual page 416

4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning the inside of the rear window or left-side rear quarter window
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Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window or left-side rear quarter
window, 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 windows clean. Wipe the windows in strokes running parallel to the
heater wires or antenna.
Caring for leather areas
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Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle's interior.
Shampooing the carpets
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There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possi-
ble.
Seat belts
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Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
Water in the vehicle
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Do not splash or spill liquid on the floor, hybrid battery (traction battery) air
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vents.
Doing so may cause the hybrid battery, electrical components, etc. to mal-
function or catch fire.
Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
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(→P. 133)
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or severe injury.
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