Toyota Prius, Manual

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Before car washes
Check that the fuel filler door and charging port lid on your vehicle are closed
properly.
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Automatic car washes
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Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
 Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
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Roof antenna, rear spoiler may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
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High pressure car washes (
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P. 460)
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
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Touch-up paint (if equipped)
Touch-up paint may be used to cover small chips or scratches.
Apply the paint soon after the damage occurs or corrosion may set in. To
apply the touch-up paint so it is hardly noticeable, the trick is to apply it only
to the bare spots. Apply only the smallest amount possible and do not paint
the surface around the scratch or chip.
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When using a car wash
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key in a posi-
tion 2 m (6 ft.) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being
washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)