Subaru XV Crosstrek owners manual page 502

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Appearance care/Cleaning the interior10-5 Cleaning the interior &Leather seat materials &Synthetic leather upholstery The leather used by SUBARU is a highThesynthetic leather material used on the Useasoft,dampclothtocleantheclimatequality natural product which will retain itsSUBARUmaybecleanedusingmildsoap control panel, audio equipment, instru-distinctive appearance and feel for manyor detergent and water, after first vacuum- ment panel, center console, combinationyears with proper care.ing or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the meter panel, and switches. (Do not useAllowing dust or road dirt to build up on thesoaptosoakinforafewminutesandwipe organic solvents.) surface can cause the material to becomeoff with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial brittle and to wear prematurely. Regularfoam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic &Seatfabric cleaning with a soft, moist, natural fiberleather materials may be used when Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with acloth should be performed monthly, takingnecessary. vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on thecare not to soak the leather or allow water fabric or hard to remove with a vacuumto penetrate the stitched seams.CAUTION cleaner, use a soft brush then vacuum it.A mild detergent suitable for cleaningStrong cleaning agents such as Wipe the fabric surface with a tightlywoolen fabrics may be used to removesolvents, paint thinners, window wrung cloth and dry the seat fabric difficult dirt spots, rubbing with a soft, drycleaner or fuel must never be used thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipecloth afterwards to restore the luster. Ifon leather or synthetic interior ma- using a solution of mild soap and luke-your SUBARU is to be parked for a longterials. Doing so could damage the warm water then dry thoroughly.time in bright sunlight, it is recommendedsurface and cause the color to that the seats and head restraints bedeteriorate. Ifthe stain does not come out, try acovered, or the windows shaded, to commercially-available fabric cleaner. Useprevent fading or shrinkage. the cleaner on a hidden place and makeMinor surface blemishes or bald patches&Climate control panel, audio sure it does not affect the fabric adversely.may be treated with a commercial leatherpanel, instrument panel, Use the cleaner according to its instruc-spray lacquer. You will discover that eachconsole panel, and switches tions. leather seat section will develop soft folds or wrinkles, which is characteristic of Useasoft,dampclothtocleantheclimate CAUTION genuine leather. control panel, audio equipment, instru- When cleaning the seat, do not use ment panel, center console, combination benzine, paint thinner, or any similar meter panel, and switches. materials. – CONTINUED –

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