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6-1. Maintenance and care
FORTUNER_OM_OM0K532E_(AE)
NOTICE
Q To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
O Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
O If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
O To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
Q Cleaning the exterior lights
O Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
O Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
Q When using a high pressure car wash
O Do not spray water directly on the radar which is equipped behind the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the device to be damaged.
O Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if
they come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts
O Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 30 cm (11.9 in.) away from the vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as moldings and bumpers, may be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
O Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously.
If water enters the air conditioning system intake located near the lower
part of the windshield, the air conditioning system may not operate cor-
rectly.
O Do not wash the underside of the vehicle using a high pressure car
washer.