Interior; Storing Of Car - Mahindra E2O Owner's Manual

12.10 INTERIOR / 12.11 STORING OF CAR

12.10 INTERIOR

i. Carpets
To remove dirt, vacuum carpets frequently.
Always keep the carpets as dry as possible.
ii. Fabric
Vacuum dirt or dust out of upholstery fabric
frequently. To clean stubborn stains, use a
commercially available fabric cleaner. To
make sure it does not bleach or stain the
fabric, test it on a hidden area of the fabric.
Make sure solution does not penetrate into
foam beneath the fabric. Covering seat
headrest with a cover will ensure that
upholstery is maintained.
iii. Windows & glass
Clean inside & outside window surface with
soap, water or a commercially available glass
cleaner. This will remove haze that builds up
on inside of windows. Use a soft cloth or
paper towels to clean all glasses and clean
interior plastic surfaces.
iv. Seat Belts
If vehicle seat belts get dirty, do use a soft
brush with a mixture of mild soap &
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warm water to clean them. Do not use
bleach, dye, or solvents as they can
weaken belt material. Let the belts air-dry
before vehicle use.
Dirt builds up in loops of seat belt anchors
and can cause belts to retract slowly. Wipe
insides of loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm water.
CAUTION
Do not use or spray water in interior
of car. Doing so can result in
damage(s) to various
components. It is advised to vacuum
clean inside when required.
Do not use strong house hold soap &
chemical for cleaning.
Avoid washing under direct sun light,
doing so, surface may become water
spotted.
12.11 STORING YOUR CAR
In event of not using your car for an extended
period for e.g. a week or so:
• Ensure it is kept on charge while you are away.
The computer-controlled on-board charger
will keep Power Pack charged as and when a
discharge takes place when plugged in with
mains ON.
• If vehicle is to be stored for longer period,
enable 'Vacation mode', plug in car and it
electronics
should ideally be supported on jack stands /
blocks, so that tyres are off the ground.
• Support wiper blade arms with a folded towel
or paper tag so that they do not touch
windshield.
NOTE:
Carefull while purchasing the 'air freshners'
as some of them can damage your vehicle
interiors.
APPEARANCE CARE
Regular cleaning and polishing of car helps in
keep it looking new. Here are some tips on
preserving its appearance.