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Cleaning
and protection
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soiling, etc.), you will need to be somewhat careful with these
leathers, and a certain type of care is required. For example, dark
clothing materials can discolor leather seats (especially if such
clothing is damp and was not dyed correctly). Dust and dirt particles
in pores , folds , and seams can have an abrasive effect and can
damage the leather surface as well as weaken seams.
The leather should be cleaned regularly as needed. After having
been used for a relat ively long t ime, your leat her seats will acquire
a rich aged finish. This is a characteristic
of natural leather and a
sign of true quality.
In order to maintain the value of this natural product over the life of
your vehicle, you should follow the recommendations
below:
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Note
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To keep your leather from bleaching out, do not allow it to be
exposed to bright sunlight for long periods of time . If you have to
leave the vehicle parked outside for long periods, cover the leather
to protect it from direct exposure to sunlight.
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Sharp objects on clothing, such as zippers, rivets or sharp pieces
on belts can leave permanent scratches or scrape marks on the
surface of the leather.
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Tips
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After each time you clean the leather and at regular intervals, use
a leather preservative creme that contains UV-blockers and that
works into the leather. This creme will nourish and moisturize the
leather , helping it to breathe and stay supple . It also helps to build
up a protective coating on the surface.
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Clean the leather every 2 - 3 months, and clean any areas that get
soiled.
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Remove fresh marks made by ballpoint pens, ink, lipstick, shoe
polish, etc . as soon as possible.
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Preserve the color of the leather as needed by using a special
colored leather care creme to touch up areas of uneven color. •
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Cleaning
and
caring
for leather
upholstery
and trim
Natural leather requires special care and attention.
Normal
cleaning
- Clean soiled areas with a slightly moistened cotton or
woolen cloth.
More
stubborn
dirt
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More stubborn dirt can be removed using a cloth satu-
rated with a mild soap solution (2 tablespoons mild
liquid soap).
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Never allow the soap solution to saturate the leather, and
make certain that no water soaks into the seams .
Wipe off the soap solution with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning
spots
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Remove fresh water-based spots (such as coffee, tea,
juices, blood) with an absorbent cloth or paper towel.
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Remove fresh grease or oil-based spots (such as butter,
mayonnaise, chocolate) with an absorbent cloth or paper
towel, or use the cleaner from the leather care kit if the
spot has not yet penetrated into the surface of the
leather.
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Use an oil/grease dissolving spray, if oil/grease spots
have dried on.
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Remove specific kinds of spots (ballpoint pen, felt
marker, fingernail polish, water-based paint, shoe polish,
etc.) with a spot remover specifically formulated for
leather.
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