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WARNING

Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly until
brake performance is normal:

Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
distance or the vehicle pulling to one
side when braking could result in a
serious accident. Light braking will
indicate whether the brakes have
been affected.

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Aluminum Wheel Maintenance

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A protective coating is provided over the
aluminum wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.

CAUTION

Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could discolor
or stain the aluminum wheels.

NOTE

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Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive
cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent on
aluminum wheels. They may damage the
coating.

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Always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean
the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with lukewarm
or cold water. Also, be sure to clean the
wheels after driving on dusty or salted
roads to help prevent corrosion.

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Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic
car wash that uses high-speed or hard
brushes.

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If your aluminum wheels lose luster, wax
the wheels.

(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)

Check special requirements for Tire Pressure
Monitoring System.
Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5-35.

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Plastic Part Maintenance

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When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a significant loss
in functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.

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If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discoloration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe off any
such chemical agents or fluids using a
soft cloth immediately.

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Maintenance and Care

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  • 35. q Plastic Part Maintenance l When cleaning the plastic lenses of the lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene, rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline detergents.

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