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6-1. Maintenance and care

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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces 
with a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water.

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If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off 
with a soft cloth dampened with 
neutral detergent diluted to approx-
imately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from 
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off 
remaining traces of detergent and 
water.

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Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-type 

cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush 

to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping cir-

cles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces 

and let them dry. Excellent results are 

obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as 

possible.

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Handling the seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water 

using a cloth or sponge. Also check the 

belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying 

or cuts.

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When cleaning the carpeted portions of 

the glove box, console box, etc.

If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a 

possibility that the surface of the carpet 

could be damaged.

Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle interior

The following procedures will help 
protect your vehicle’s interior and 
keep it in top condition:

Protecting the vehicle interior

WARNING

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Water in the vehicle

●

Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi-

cle.

Doing so may cause electrical compo-

nents, etc. to malfunction or catch fire.

●

Do not get any of the SRS components 

or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. 

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P.28)

An electrical malfunction may cause 

the airbags to deploy or not function 

properly, resulting in death or serious 

injury.

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Cleaning the interior (especially 

instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. 

The instrument panel may reflect off the 

windshield, obstructing the driver’s view 

and leading to an accident, resulting in 

death or serious injury.

NOTICE

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Cleaning detergents

●

Do not use the following liquids, as 

they may discolor the vehicle interior 

or cause streaks or damage to painted 

surfaces:

• Audio system screen: Organic sub-

stances such as benzine or gasoline, 

alkaline solutions, and alcohol

• Seats: Alkaline solutions, organic sub-

stances such as thinner or benzine, 

and alcohol

• Other parts: Organic substances such 

as benzine or gasoline, alkaline or 

acidic solutions, dye, and bleach

●

Do not use polish wax or polish 

cleaner. The instrument panel’s or 

other interior part’s painted surface 

may be damaged.