Type of stain
Cleaning
Water-based stains
, such
as coffee, tea, juice, or
blood.
– Remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.
– If the stains are already dry, use an appropriate cleaning agent
⇒
.
Grease-based stains
, such
as oil, lipstick, etc.
– Remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.
– Use an appropriate cleaning agent on stains that have not yet
penetrated the surface
⇒
.
Special stains
, such as
ballpoint pen, marker, nail
polish, latex paint, or shoe
polish.
– Dab dry with an absorbent cloth.
– Clean with a special stain remover designed for leather.
NOTICE
x
Stains that have been left in place too long will penetrate the surface of the leather and
cannot be removed.
x
Never treat leather with solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain remover or similar products.
x
Wipe up spilled liquids immediately with an absorbent cloth. Liquid can penetrate leather
surfaces and seams within a few seconds.
x
If the vehicle is left in the sun for a long time, cover the upholstery to protect the leather
from direct sunlight and to help prevent fading and discoloration.
Slight discoloration caused by wear and tear is normal.
Cleaning leatherette
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Clean leatherette upholstery only with water and a mild soap solution.
Before cleaning
leatherette surfaces, read and heed the information
⇒
Cleaning upholstery on
heated seats and power seats or seats with airbag components
.
NOTICE
x
Do not clean leatherette with solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain remover, or similar
products.
x
These can cause the material to become brittle and break. Sharp-edged objects and items
on clothing and belts (such as belt clips, mobile phone cases, zippers, rivets, and rhinestones)
can damage upholstery material and fabric trim.
x
If the vehicle is left in the sun for a long time, cover the upholstery to protect the leatherette
from direct sunlight and to help prevent fading or discoloration.
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