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RCFOM(GE)1903
6-2. Matte paint care guide (if equipped)
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Body coatings
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Repairing the vehicle body (P.292)
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Attaching accessories and other objects to the vehicle
Question Answer
Can a body coating available
at a Lexus dealer be applied?
No, as it may cause the matte clear coat to lose its matte
texture.
Can an aftermarket body
coating be applied?
Lexus does not recommend applying a coating to the vehi-
cle body, as it may cause the matte clear coat to lose its
matte texture.
Can an aftermarket body
coating designed for matte
paint be applied?
Lexus does not recommend applying a coating to the vehi-
cle body, as it may cause the matte clear coat to lose its
matte texture.
Question Answer
Can damage to the paint be
repaired?
In order to maintain the matte finish when repairing paint
damage, it is necessary to repaint the entire part. Consult
your Lexus dealer for details.
Can I use rubbing or polish-
ing compound (ex. scratch
remover)?
No. Using a rubbing or polishing compound or touch up
paint may damage the matte clear coat. In order to maintain
the matte finish when repairing paint damage, it is neces-
sary to repaint the entire part. Consult your Lexus dealer
for details.
Can I use touch up paint?
Question Answer
Can a sticker or vinyl wrap be
attached to the vehicle body?
No. They may damage matte clear coat when they are
installed and may cause the matte clear coat to lose its
matte texture when they are removed.
Can a magnet be attached to
the vehicle body?
Yes. Make sure to wash and thoroughly dry the area around
where the magnet is to be attached before attaching it.