Maintenance and care
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi- cle body is cool.
rear spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may pre- vent the vehicle from being cleaned properly or result in dam- age to the rear spoiler.
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring the nozzle tip near the gaps around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continuously.
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 pro- cedures to wash the vehicle:
m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:
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When using a high pressure car wash
When washing the vehicle, do not spray the camera or its sur- rounding area directly with a high pressure washer. Shock applied from high pressure water may cause the device to not operate normally.
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manu- factured cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact with high-pressure water.
Traction related parts
Steering parts
Suspension parts
Brake parts
Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from the vehicles body. Otherwise resin section, such as moldings and bumpers, may be deformed and damaged. Also, do not con- tinuously hold the nozzle in the same place.
Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. If water enters the air conditioning system intake located near the lower part of the windshield, the air conditioning system may not operate correctly.
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NOTICEWring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off remaining traces of detergent and water.
There are several commercial foam- ing-type cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible.
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
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Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth damp- ened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes run- ning parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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NOTICEwater-dampened soft cloth or synthetic chamois.
The metal areas use a layer of real metal for the surface. It is necessary to clean them regularly. If dirty areas are left uncleaned for long periods of time, they may be difficult to clean.
Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool detergent.
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
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