Volvo 760 GLE Turbo 1986 Manual page 100

1986 Volvo 760 GLE, Turbo
winter. After the car has been washed, apply wax or an anti-rust preparation.
Stains on chrome trim can be removed with commercially-available chrome cleaner.
Do not use abrasive compounds or steel wool.
pg. 91 Cleaning the upholstery
Cleaning the upholstery
Generally, the fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spots caused by
oil, ice cream, shoe polish, grease, etc., use a stain remover.
The plastic in the upholstery can be washed.
To clean leather upholstery, use soft cloth and mild soap solution, using, for instance, common bath
soap.
For more difficult spots, consult an expert for the choice of cleaning agent.
On no account must gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be used on the plastic or the
leather since these can cause damage.
As it ages, leather changes appearance, but the typical texture remains. To preserve smoothness and
appearance, it is recommended to treat the leather with a special leather preservative after one or two
years of use.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during the winter when they
should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent.
Bear in mind
Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread.
Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding
Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
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