Cleaning The Upholstery - Volvo V70 Owner's Manual

Automatic car wash
An automatic car wash is a simple and fast way of washing the car.
Remember that an automatic car wash can never replace a proper
handwash.
The brushes of an automatic car wash do not fully reach all areas.
During the first months of the car's life it is recommended that you only
handwash the car.
Polishing and waxing
Polish and wax the car when you feel the paintwork is matte and when
you wish to give the paintwork extra protection, such as before winter.
The car does not usually need polishing until after one year. It can be
waxed earlier.
Wash and dry the car thoroughly before you begin polishing and/or
waxing. Clean away asphalt or tar splashes with Volvo asphalt remover
or white spirit.
Stubborn marks can be removed with fine rubbing paste for car paint-
work. Polish first with a polish and then wax with fluid or solid wax.
Carefully follow the instructions on the package. Many preparations
contain both polish and wax.
Do not wax or polish in direct sunlight.

Cleaning the upholstery

Treating marks on fabric
A special cleaning agent available at your Volvo dealer is recommended
when cleaning fabric upholstery. Other chemicals can impair the fire
retardant qualities of the upholstery.
Important!
Sharp objects and Velcro may damage the textile upholstery.
Treating marks on vinyl and plastic components
A special cleaner available from your Volvo dealer is recommended for
cleaning interior vinyl and plastic components.
Never scrape or rub a mark. Never use strong stain remover. Wash with a
weak soap solution and lukewarm water.
Treating marks on leather
A special cleaning agent available at your Volvo dealer is recommended
when cleaning leather upholstery.
Use the Volvo leather care kit once or twice a year to preserve suppleness
and comfort.
Never use strong detergent, petrol, alcohol, white spirit, etc. as such
strong substances can damage fabric, vinyl and leather upholstery.
Cleaning seat belts
Use water and a synthetic detergent. A special textile cleaning agent is
available from you Volvo dealer. Make sure the seat belt is dry before
allowing it to retract.
Washing
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