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4-1. Maintenance and care
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■ Cleaning detergents
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Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or
alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor
the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
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Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
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Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.
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Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
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Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
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Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
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Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
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Cleaning the inside of the rear window
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Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the windows clean. Wipe the windows
in strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.