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tance to wear and soiling in daily use.
On
the other hand, the typical
characteristics of natural leather are barely or not apparent.
However, this does not mean that the leather itself is of inferior
quality.
Care and handling
Because of the exclusive nature
of
the types of leather that Audi
uses and their unique properties (such as sensitivity to oils, grease,
soiling, etc.I, 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 relatively
long
time, your
leather
seats will acquire
a rich aged finish. This
is
a characteris
t
ic 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
•
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.
•
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.
•
Remove fresh marks made by ballpoint pens, ink,
lipstick,
shoe
polish, etc. as soon as possible.
•
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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Ap
plies
to ve
hicles:
w
ith
natu ra
l
leather
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
-
More stubborn dirt can be removed using
a
cloth satu-
rated with a mild soap solution (2 tablespoons
mild
liquid soap).
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
-
Remove fresh
water-based
spots (such
as coffee,
tea,
juices, blood) with an absorbent cloth or paper
towel.
Vehicle care
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