2007 Lexus IS 250 Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Page 5

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REGULAR USE wool detergent mixed in water, rubbing in a circular motion. Wipe off any excess detergent and let leather dry in an open-air location. When Cleaning the Exterior • Working from top to bottom, apply lots of low-pressure water to the body, wheel wells and underside of vehicle to remove dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a soft sponge or cotton cloth with mild car-wash soap. Rinse off with water. • If water does not bead on a clean vehicle surface, apply car wax using a soft cotton cloth when the body of the vehicle is cool. When Cleaning the Wheels • Wait for hot wheels to cool before getting wheels wet. • Using a soft sponge or cotton cloth, apply same mild car-wash soap as used for the vehicle body. Quickly rinse off with water. Using a soft cotton cloth, apply same car wax as used for the vehicle body. MAINTENANCE Introduction 43