Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and stripes.
Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" previously in this section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating. Do not clean or wipe them when dry.
Do not use any of the following on lamp covers:
Caution Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. |
Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non-uniform finish. Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only. |
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes, between the hood and windshield, when washing the vehicle.
Drive Range, Third Gear (Gen 2/Hybrid) Automatic Transmission Unit
As vehicle speed increases and operating conditions becomeappropriate, the transmission control module (TCM) processes inputsignals from the automatic transmission input and output speedsensors, the throttle position sensor and other vehicle sensors todetermine the precise moment to command OFF the ...