2012 Lexus GX 460 Owners Manual - Page 583

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4-1. Maintenance and care

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)

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Automatic car washes

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

of the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.

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

harm your vehicle’s paint.

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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 and the air suspension unit.

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Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is

closed properly.

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Touch-up paint (if equipped)

Touch-up paint may be used to cover small chips or scratches.

Apply the paint soon after the damage occurs or corrosion may set in. To apply the

touch-up paint so it is hardly noticeable, the trick is to apply it only to the bare spots.

Apply only the smallest amount possible and do not paint the surface around the

scratch or chip.

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Aluminum 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.

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

for long distance in the hot weather.

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Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.

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Bumpers and side moldings

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.