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Maintenance and care

CLEANING AND PROTECTING THE EXTERIOR

CAUTION

When cleaning the windscreen (vehicles with rain-sensing windscreen wiper)

Set the wiper switch to off.

If the wiper switch is in AUTO, the

wipers may operate unexpectedly in the

following situations, which may result

in hands being caught or other serious

injuries and cause damage to the wiper

blades.

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When the upper part of the

windscreen (where the raindrop

sensor is located) is touched by

hand.

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When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor.

If something bumps against the windscreen.

If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the

raindrop sensor.

Exhaust pipe precautions

Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot. When washing the vehicle,

be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust

pipe can cause burns.

NOTICE

When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may damage the

electrical components, etc.

Cleaning the exterior lights

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Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush. This

may damage the surfaces of the lights.

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Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause damage to the

lenses.

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Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition.

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Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel-wells and

underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.

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Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.

For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with water.

Wipe away any water.

Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.

Automatic car washes

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Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the

vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.

Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm

your vehicle’s paint.

Vehicles with a rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear spoiler may

interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehicle from being cleaned

properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.

High pressure car washes

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Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the

windows.

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Before washing the car, check the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed properly.

NOTICE

Vehicles with smart entry and start system

When using a car wash, if the door handle is sprayed with a jet of water while the

electronic key is within the detection range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In

that case, either:

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Place the electronic key in a location 2 metres or more away from the vehicle.

(Take care to ensure the key is not stolen)

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Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart entry and start

system, refer to “Electronic key battery-saving function” on page 13.

Aluminium wheels

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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes

or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.

•

Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.

Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for a

long distance in hot weather.

•

Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after cleaning.

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Bumpers

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Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper faces are soft.

Paintwork

If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

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NOTICE

Precaution regarding the blind spot monitor

If the paint on the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction.

If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components

(aluminium wheels, etcꢀ)

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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 dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint

surface

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After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron

powder or chemical substances

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If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud

If liquids such as benzene and petrol are spilled on the paint surface

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To prevent the wheels from corroding when storing, remove any dirt and store in a

place with low humidity.

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CLEANING AND PROTECTING THE INTERIOR

CAUTION

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Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the floor. This may prevent the

side airbags or side airbags and curtain shield airbags from activating correctly,

resulting in death or serious injury.

Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. An

electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function properly,

resulting in death or serious injury.

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when

cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or

other electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a

malfunction; and it may cause vehicle body corrosion.

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Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner particularly on the instrument panel as it

may reflect on the windscreen, obstructing the driver’s view leading to an accident,

resulting in death or serious injury.

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and keep it in top

condition.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will

be pleased to answer them.

Cleaning the vehicle interior

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces with a cloth dampened

with lukewarm water.

NOTICE

Cleaning detergents

Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolour the vehicle interior or

cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.

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Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or petrol, alkaline or acidic

solutions, dye and bleach.

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Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol.

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel or other interior part’s

painted surface may be damaged.

Cleaning the leather areas

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Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.

Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool detergent.

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Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all remaining

traces of detergent.

Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture. Allow the

leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area.

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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.

NOTICE

Preventing damage to leather surfaces

Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather

surfaces.

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Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.

Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the

vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

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Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as

they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.

Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

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Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner.

Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a sponge or soft cloth.

Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the dirt and wipe off the

solution with a clean, damp cloth.

Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-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.

Seatbelts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also check the belts

periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

NOTICE

Cleaning the inside of the rear window

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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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 dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe

the window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.

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