Toyota Prius 2018, Owner'S Manual

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7-1. Maintenance and care
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Note for a smart key system
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
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Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
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Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key sys-
tem. (
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P. 184)
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Aluminum wheels
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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
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Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
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To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
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Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
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Front side windows water-repellent coating (if equipped)
The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent
coating.
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Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
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Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
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Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the
windows.
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Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.