2007 Toyota Solara Owners Manual - Page 331

Automatic car wash Coupe-Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but remember that the paint can be scratched by some types of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle. Waxing your Toyota Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota's finish. Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well. 1. Always wash and dry the vehicle before you begin waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax. 2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weathered, use a car −cleaning polish, followed by a separate wax. Carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint. Windshield washer nozzles: Make sure that the nozzles do not become blocked when waxing. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced. Exterior lights: Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause damage to the lenses. If you accidentally put wax on the light surfaces, wipe or wash it off. 3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the surface in large patches. Washing convertible top General cleaning- Follow the procedure shown below. 1. Brush off any loose dirt and rinse off with a hose. 2. Using a sponge, wash with a mild solution of soap (hand soap) in lukewarm water (below 38_C or 100_F). 3. Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. NOTICE Convertible-Do not run convertible through automatic car washes or possible damage to the convertible top may result. NOTICE z Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners as they may damage the top material. z Do not use water −repellents, wax or other preservative finishes as they may stain the top material. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 317