Lexus 2013 IS 350, Owner'S Manual

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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
7-1. Maintenance and care
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Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel
wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
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Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
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For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
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Wipe away any water.
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Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
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Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating that is resistant to small surface scratches
caused in a car wash etc.
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The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
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The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become shorter when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
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Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, etc. cannot be restored.
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Do not use wax that contain abrasives.
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Automatic car washes
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Fold the mirrors 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
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring the nozzle tip near the gaps around the doors
or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continuously.
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion: