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Practical information
areas) and mud (in wet or cold areas). These
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a dealer or qualified workshop for
advice on removing stubborn stains requiring
special products (such as tar or insect
removers).
General information - Interior
When cleaning your vehicle, never clean
the interior with a jet of water.
Any liquids carried inside the vehicle in mugs
or other open containers can spill, presenting
a risk of damage if they come into contact
with the controls on the dashboard. Be alert!
Bodywork
Do not use abrasive products or
solvents, petrol or oil to clean the
bodywork.
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean
stubborn stains. Risk of scratching the
paintwork!
Do not apply polish.
Decals
(Depending on version)
Do not use a high-pressure washer to
clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or
detaching the decals!
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Use a high-flow hose (temperature
between 25°C and 40°C).
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the
surface to be cleaned.
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.
Textile - Maintenance
Do not use aggressive cleaning products
(e.g. alcohol, solvent or ammonia).
Do not use steam-cleaning systems - Risk of
affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!
Remove dust from the textile parts
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or
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vacuum cleaner.
Rub down the textile parts once per year with
a clean, damp cloth. After leaving overnight to
dry, brush with a soft-bristled brush.
Textile - Stain removal
Do not rub the stain or it may spread or
you may cause the substance to
penetrate the surface.
Act quickly by reducing the stain from its
edges inwards.
Remove as much substance or solids as
possible using a spoon or spatula, and
remove as much liquid as possible using
absorbent paper.
Product/Procedure to use depending
on the type of stain:
– Grease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral
detergent.
– Vomit: clean with sparkling mineral water.
– Blood: spread flour over the stain and allow
to dry; remove with a slightly damp cloth.
– Mud: allow to dry and then remove with a
slightly damp cloth.
– Cake, chocolate, ice cream: clean with
lukewarm water.
– Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks: clean with
lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is
persistent.
– Hair gel, coffee, tomato sauce, vinegar:
clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.
For solid substances, then use a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
For liquid substances, then use a damp
microfibre cloth and then dry with another
cloth.
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