2013 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 627

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6-1. Maintenance and care

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NOTICE

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To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (alu-

minum wheels etc.)

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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

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After driving near the sea coast

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After driving on salted roads

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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

° 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

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

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

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To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with

low humidity when storing the wheels.

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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 to the surfaces of the lights.

Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

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When using an automatic car wash (with rain-sensing windshield wipers)

Turn off the wiper switch.

If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be

damaged.

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When cleaning the windshield

Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. (

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P. 329)

Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.