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Vehicle care
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Genuine leather*
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1. Lightly wipe off with gauze or other soft cloth soaked
with a 5 % aqueous solution of neutral detergent.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring it out well. Using this
cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly.
3. Apply leather protecting agent to the genuine leather sur-
face.
NOTE
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If genuine leather is wet with water or is washed in water,
wipe off water as quickly as possible with a dry, soft cloth.
If left damp, mildew may grow.
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The genuine leather surface may be damaged if a nylon
brush or synthetic fibre is rubbed hard against it.
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Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene, alcohol and
petrol, acid or alkaline solvents may discolour the genuine
leather surface. Be sure to use neutral detergents.
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Remove dirty patches or oil substances quickly as they
can stain genuine leather.
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The genuine leather surface may harden and shrink if it is
exposed to direct sun for long hours. When your vehicle is
parked, place it in the shade as much as possible.
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When the temperature of the vehicle interior rises in sum-
mer, vinyl products left on the genuine leather seat may
deteriorate and stick to the seat.
Cleaning the exterior of your vehicle
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If the following is left on your vehicle, it may cause corrosion,
discolouration and stains, wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
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Seawater, anti-freeze for road use.
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Soot and dust, iron powder from factories, chemical sub-
stance (acids, alkalis, coal-tar, etc.).
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Droppings from birds, carcasses of insects, tree sap, etc.
Washing
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Chemicals contained in the dirt and dust picked up from the
road surface can damage the paint coat and body of your vehi-
cle if left in prolonged contact.
Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to protect your
vehicle from this damage. This will also be effective in protect-
ing it from environmental elements such as rain, snow, salt air,
etc.
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Park the vehicle in
the shade and spray it with water to remove dust. Next, using
an ample amount of clean water and a car washing brush or
sponge, wash the vehicle from top to bottom.
Use a mild car washing soap if necessary. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry with a soft cloth. After washing the vehicle, care-
fully clean the joints and flanges of the doors, bonnet, etc.,
where dirt is likely to remain.
CAUTION
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When washing the under side of your vehicle or
wheel, be careful not to injure your hands.