Toyota Yaris: Exterior Care / Bright-Metal Maintenance

Toyota Yaris XP210 (2020-2026) Owner's Manual / Maintenance and Care / Appearance Care / Exterior Care / Bright-Metal Maintenance

Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool.
To prevent corrosion on bright-metal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster.
During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual. It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound.

NOTICE

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 result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration.

Repairing Damage to the Finish

Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs. NOTICE If your Toyota is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies anti-corrosion materials to all parts, both repaired and new...

Underbody Maintenance

Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody. If not removed, they will speed up rusting and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system, even though these parts may be coated with anti-corrosive material...

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Toyota Yaris XP210 (2020-2026) Reapir and Service Manual: Front Right Microphone Circuit Component Internal Failure (B1AA696,B1AA71C)

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Toyota Yaris XP210 (2020-2026) Reapir and Service Manual: Brake Line

PrecautionPRECAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTION NOTICE: Since the brake lines are critical safety related parts, be sure to disassemble and inspect the components if a brake fluid leak is found. If any abnormalities are found, replace the component with a new one...