Lexus LS 460, User Manual

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6-1. Maintenance and care
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LS460/LS460L_U (OM50D48U)
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:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• 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
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• 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
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may
be damaged.