Exterior Maintenance
Exterior Maintenance
Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to 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.
-
When the vehicle power is switched ON and the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, the windshield wipers may operate automatically in the following cases:
The area of the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.
The windshield or the rain sensor area in the cabin is hit.
When the vehicle power is switched ON and the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, do not touch the windshield or the windshield wipers Otherwise, the windshield wipers will operate automatically which could catch your fingers or damage the windshield wipers.
When removing ice or snow, or cleaning the windshield, always make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position.
-
Do not spray water in the engine compartment. Otherwise, it could result in engine-starting problems or damage to electrical parts.
-
When washing and waxing the vehicle, be careful not to apply excessive force to any single area of the vehicle hood. Otherwise, you could dent the vehicle.
-
Do not use automatic car washing machines and car washing devices using high water pressure.
-
Make sure that the fuel-filler lid is closed and lock the doors. Otherwise, the fuel-filler lid may be forcefully opened by water pressure causing damage to the vehicle or fuel-filler lid.
-
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may damage the protective coating; also, cleaners and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint.
-
If organic solvents such as gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid, get on the exterior, wipe it off immediately.
-
Do not use wax containing compounds, organic solvents such as gasoline or benzene, alcohols, acidic or alkaline detergents, or bleach for cleaning.
Convertible Top (Soft Top) Maintenance
-
Automatic and high-pressure car washes are harmful to a convertible top. Avoid them.
-
Do not spray water directly on the area where the window glass and the convertible top meet. This would probably cause water to enter the cabin.
-
Do not spray water directly on the seam area of the body and the convertible top as it could result in water penetrating the cabin and trunk.
-
Some leather treatment products can ruin the convertible top's gloss. Be careful of the one you choose.
-
Test on an inconspicuous, small corner of the convertible top if you are not sure.
-
Do not wipe the convertible top using alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic solvents such as thinner, benzene, or gasoline. Otherwise, they may cause discoloration or stains.
-
Do not get any car wax on the convertible top. If you do, remove it with a good leather cleaner or mild detergent (about 5 % solution).
-
Too much treatment on the convertible top can be as damaging as too little. Follow the manufacturer's directions. Do not overdo it.
-
Let the convertible top dry completely before lowering after applying treatment or dressing.
-
To prevent the soft top from deteriorating, avoid direct sunlight when parking.
-
For long-term storage in a garage, provide adequate ventilation.
-
If the soft top is wet, remove the excess water and dry it before using a body cover or soft top cover.
The convertible top is made of a special high-grade material, but if it's not taken good care of, hardening, staining, and loss of luster will result. Maintain it under these guidelines.
Washing
Do not wait until the convertible top gets really dirty before cleaning it. Dirt that's there too long will cause deterioration.
-
Before washing, remove dust and coarse particulate with a soft brush.
-
Gently clean the convertible top with a synthetic neutral detergent, lots of water, and a soft brush.
-
Rinse it thoroughly with clean water to remove all the soap.
-
Wipe it as dry as you can before the water dries on it.
-
Then allow it to dry completely before lowering it.
Drain filter cleaning procedure
-
Drain filter A
-
Drain filter B
If leaves or other matter block the drain filter, water may enter the vehicle.
Clean the drain filter at least once a year.
-
Check the position of the drain filter A with your hand from behind the bow.
-
Bow
-
Drain filter A
-
-
Remove the drain filter A while pressing the tab.
-
Remove drain filter B out of the opening after removing drain filter A.
-
Remove foreign matter such as leaves accumulated in drain filter A and drain filter B.
-
Install in the reverse order of removal.
When installing the drain filter, make sure that the drain filter is securely attached to its designated position by pushing it until the tab locks. Water may enter the vehicle if the drain filter is not secured to its designated position.
