Toyota Sienna 2016, User Manual

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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
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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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Automatic car washes
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Before washing the vehicle:
• Fold the mirrors.
• Turn off the power back door system. (if equipped)
• Turn off the power sliding door system. (if equipped)
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
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Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
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When using a car wash (vehicles with a smart key system)
● 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 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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If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a message may be shown on the multi-information dis-
play and a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the alarm, lock
all the doors.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: