2008 Toyota Tundra Owners Manual - Page 558

07 11.20 Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic substances splash an ornament, be sure to wash them off with water and check if the ornament is damaged. Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent. Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub them with a hard brush. This may damage the surfaces of the lights. Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces. 3. Rinse thoroughly-dried soap can cause streaking. In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it. 4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard-you might scratch the paint. 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. NOTICE z Do not use corrosive chemical − based cleaners on your wheels. (Example: hydrofluoric acid) z Do not use steam cleaners or the chemicals therein to clean your wheels. z Do not use scouring pads, wire brushes, or coarse abrasives to clean your wheels. z Do not use alcohol, solvents, gasoline, or other non−neutral detergents, because they may alter the wheel's appearance and resistance to corrosion. Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper faces are soft. NOTICE z Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene, benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or cause damage. z Do not scrub any part of the vehicle with a hard brush, which may cause damage. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 528 2008 TUNDRA from Apr. '08 Prod. (OM34477U)