Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual page 159

Treating seat covers
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Checklist
For treating and maintaining the seat covers, observe the following ⇒ :
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Before getting into the vehicle, close all Velcro fasteners that may get in contact with upholstery cloths or cloth trims. Open Velcro fasteners can cause damage to
upholstery cloths and cloth trims.
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Avoid direct contact of sharp objects and applications to the upholstery cloths and cloth trims to prevent damage. Applications are, for example, zippers, studs
and rhinestones on clothing and belts.
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Regularly remove dust and dirt particles in pores, creases and seams so that the surface of the seats will not be permanently damaged by abrasion.
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Be sure to check clothing for colourfastness to avoid stains on the seat covers. This applies especially to light seat covers.
NOTICE
Failure to observe the checklist that is essential for the preservation of the
seat covers can cause damage to or discolouration of upholstery cloths and
cloth trims.
● Follow the checklist and carry out the actions.
Note
Škoda recommends having discolourations on the seat cover removed by a spe-
cialist garage.
Upholstery cloths, cloth trims and Alcantara
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 156.
Normal cleaning
● Read and follow the handling instructions, notes and warnings on the packag-
ing before using the cleaning agents.
● Vacuum upholstery cloths, cloth trims, Alcantara
with a vacuum cleaner (brush attachment).
Vehicle overview Before driving
on page 156.
● For general cleaning, use a soft sponge or a commercially available, lint-free
microfibre cloth ⇒ .
● Clean Alcantara
available, lint-free microfibre cloth ⇒ .
General surface contamination of the upholstery cloths and cloth trims can be
cleaned with a commercially available foam cleaner.
For cleaning of heavy general soiling of the upholstery cloths and cloth trims, it is
recommended to assign a special cleaning company.
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Cleaning of stains
When cleaning stains, it may be necessary to clean the stain not only selectively,
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Cleaning
but the entire area – especially if it is contaminated by general wear. Otherwise,
the treated area may be lighter than the untreated surface.
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seat covers and the carpet
When driving
Care and maintenance of the vehicle
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surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a commercially
Maintenance, cleaning, servic- Do-it-yourself
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