Audi A5 owners manual page 226

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document_0900452a8179700c.book Seite 224 Donnerstag, 22. März 2007 10:19 10 224 Care of vehicle and cleaning A spirit-based cleaner can be used to remove grease, oil, lipstick or use. However, this means that the typical natural characteristics of ball point pen. Then dab the dissolved grease or colour particles off the surface are less apparent, though this does not affect quality. with an absorbent cloth or similar. You may also have to treat the stain once more using washing paste and water. Cleaning and care If the covers or textile trim panels are badly soiled we recommend Because of the natural properties of the specially selected hides that you have them cleaned by a professional cleaning company. employed, the finished leather has a certain sensitivity to grease and dirt, etc. so a degree of care is required in everyday use and when looking after the leather. Dark clothing (especially if damp or Note incorrectly dyed) may stain leather upholstery. Dust and grit in the Please make sure you close any velcro fasteners on your clothing, as pores and seams can have an abrasive effect and damage the these could otherwise damage the upholstery. surface of the leather. Therefore leather should be cleaned at regular intervals, depending on the actual amount of use. When they have been in use for a certain time, your car seats will acquire Applies to vehicles: with leather upholstery a typical and distinctive patina. This is characteristic for real leather Natural leather upholstery, and is a sign of genuine quality. Audi does everything possible to preserve the special To maintain the value of natural leather you should note the qualities of leather as a natural product. following points: General notes Caution We have a wide selection of leathers. The main type used is nappa • Avoid exposing leather to direct sunlight for long periods, other- in various forms, that is leather with a smooth surface in a selection wise it may tend to lose some of its colour. If the car is left for a of colours. prolonged period in the bright sun, it is best to cover the leather. The amount of dye used determines the appearance and properties • Sharp-edged objects on clothing, such as belts, zip fasteners, of leather. If the leather is left in a more natural state, it retains its rivets or similar, can also leave permanent scratches and rough typical natural appearance and is pleasant and comfortable for the marks on the surface of the leather. seat occupants. Fine veins, healed scars, insect bites, wrinkles and a subtle variation in shading remain visible; these are the character- istic features of genuine natural leather. Note Natural napped leather does not have a protective surface coating • Use a suitable impregnating cream with ultra-violet protection at of dye. It is therefore somewhat more prone to damage. You should regular intervals and after cleaning. This cream will nourish and bear this in mind if children or pets often travel in the car, or if there moisturise the leather, keep it supple and able to breathe. In addi- are other factors that could lead to damage. tion, it will also help to protect the surface of the leather. Types of leather with a coloured surface coating are likely to be • Clean the leather every 2 to 3 months and remove fresh dirt as more resistant to damage. This has a great advantage for day-to-day necessary.

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