TOYOTA 2010 Corolla User Manual

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4-1. Maintenance and care

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To prevent deterioration and body corrosion

Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,

iron powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

CAUTION

Caution about the exhaust pipe

Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

NOTICE

To protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces

Do not use organic cleaners such as benzene or gasoline.

Cleaning the exterior lights

Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.

Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause damage to
the lenses.

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