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Interior cleaning

WARNING

Small paint repair

The repair of small scratched and peeling paint

particles can be done with a brush.

• Vehicles with side airbags and

vehicles with side and window airbags:

Repair as soon as possible to prevent corrosion. Use a

soft brush and mix the paint well. Check that the repair

area is dry and clean. This paint repair is difficult, as it is

necessary to repaint only the damaged area. Apply as

little paint as possible and do not repaint around the

scratched or peeling area.

Be careful not to get water or other liquid on

the floor. This could prevent the side airbags or

the side and window airbags from deploying

properly, resulting in serious injury.

• Do not wash the floor of the vehicle with water or

ensure that water does not get on the floor when

cleaning the interior or exterior of the vehicle.

Water could thus penetrate parts of the audio

system or other electrical equipment above or

below the carpet (or mat) and cause a

malfunction. It can also cause bodywork

corrosion.

Overlap tapes

You can use masking tape to cover scratched and

peeling paintwork.

Carry out the repair as soon as possible after discovering

the damage.

1. Clean the surface of the scratched and peeling areas

of the paint with a clean cloth soaked in technical

alcohol. Remove rust and deep scratches with P1200

or finer sandpaper.

Vinyl interior

Vinyl upholstery can be easily cleaned with a mild

soap solution or detergent and water.

2. Choose a tape of suitable size and stick it to the

affected part of the body paint.

First, remove dirt from the upholstery with a vacuum

cleaner. Then use a sponge or soft cloth to apply the

soapy solution to the vinyl. After a while, remove the

dirt and dry the soap with a clean cloth. If all impurities

are not released, repeat the procedure. You can also

use commercially available foam vinyl cleaners. Follow

the product manufacturer's instructions.

3. Make sure you remove any blisters from the center to

the edge.

NOTICE

u In order for the tape to adhere well, do not touch

the adhesive surface.

u After sticking, do not wax or wash the vehicle

for 24 hours.

NOTICE

Do not use solvents, thinners, benzine or window

cleaners when cleaning the interior.

u Avoid exposing unused tape to direct sunlight.

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Carpets

Air conditioning control panel, audio system,

instrument panel, console panel and switches

Use a quality foaming shampoo to clean carpets.

Use a soft, damp cloth for cleaning.

First, vacuum as much dirt as possible from the carpets.

There are several types of foam cleaners, some in

aerosol, others in powder or liquid form, which can

dissolve in water to form a foam. Use a sponge or brush

to apply the shampoo to the carpet. Clean them in

overlapping circles.

Soak a soft and clean cloth in water or lukewarm water

and then gently wipe away the dirt.

NOTICE

u Never use organic substances (solvents,

kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline and

acid solutions. Such chemicals can cause

discoloration, staining or peeling of the surface.

Do not use water, as it is best to leave the

carpet as dry as possible. Read the product

manufacturer's instructions and follow them carefully.

u When using cleaning or polishing agents,

make sure that they do not contain the

above-mentioned substances.

Seat belts

Seat belts can be cleaned with mild soap and water

or lukewarm water.

u If you use liquid air fresheners, do not spill them

on the surface of the vehicle's interior, as they

may contain the above-mentioned ingredients.

Clean up any spilled drops immediately as above.

Use a cloth or sponge. When washing, check the belts

for excessive wear, abrasions or tears.

NOTICE

Leather interior

u Do not use bleach or dye on seat belts. These

could weaken them.

You can clean the leather upholstery with a neutral

detergent for wool.

Remove the dirt with a soft cloth soaked in a 5% solution

of neutral wool cleaner, then thoroughly clean all

detergent residues with a clean, damp cloth.

u Do not use seat belts,

if they are not dry.

Windows

After cleaning or when any part of the leather is wet, dry

it with a clean, soft cloth.

You can clean the windows with various household

window cleaners.

Let the leather dry in a ventilated place in the shade.

NOTICE

u When cleaning the inner surface of the windshield,

do not apply cleaning agents or soak the

automatic wiper control sensor.

u When cleaning the inner surface of the rear

window, be careful not to scratch or damage the

heating wires or connectors.

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NOTICE

u When stains cannot be removed using

a neutral cleaner, use cleaning agents

that do not contain organic solvents.

u Never use organic substances, such

as alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline and

acid solutions, as these may cause a

change in the color shade.

u Using a nylon brush or cloth made of

synthetic fibers, etc., may scratch the

fine grain surface of the leather.

u Mold can form on a contaminated

leather surface. Be extra careful to

avoid greasy spots. Always keep the

upholstery clean.

u Prolonged exposure of leather parts to

direct sunlight can cause the leather

to harden and crack.

Keep the vehicle in the shade, especially in

summer.

u The interior of your vehicle heats up

easily, especially on warm summer

days, so avoid placing objects made

of vinyl, plastic or objects containing

waxes on the upholstery. These could

stick to warm skin.

u Improper cleaning of leather upholstery can lead

to discoloration or stains.

If you have any questions about cleaning the

interior of your vehicle, any authorized Toyota

dealer or workshop, or other properly qualified

and equipped professional, will be happy to

answer them.

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