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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

NOTE

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  Because genuine leather is a natural 

material, its surface is not uniform and 

it may have natural scars, scratches, 

and wrinkles.

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  To maintain the quality for as long as 

possible, periodical maintenance, about 

twice a year, is recommended.



  If the leather upholstery comes into 

contact with any of the following, clean 

it immediately.

  Leaving it uncleaned could cause 

premature wear, mold, or stains.

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  Sand or dirt

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  Grease or oil, such as hand cream

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  Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or hair 

dressing items



  If the leather upholstery gets wet, 

promptly remove moisture with a dry 

cloth. Remaining moisture on the 

surface may cause deterioration such as 

hardening and shrinkage.



  Exposure to direct sunlight for long 

periods may cause deterioration and 

shrinkage. When parking the car under 

direct sunlight for long periods, shade 

the interior using sunshades.

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  Do not leave vinyl products on the 

leather upholstery for long periods. 

They may affect the leather quality 

and coloring. If the cabin temperature 

becomes hot, the vinyl may deteriorate 

and adhere to the genuine leather.

 Plastic Part Maintenance

CAUTION

Do not use polishing agents.

Depending on the product ingredients, 

they could cause discoloration, stains, 

cracks or peeling of the coating.

 Instrument Panel Top 

Maintenance

1.  Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth 

soaked in a mild detergent (approx. 

5%) diluted with water.

2.  Wipe off the remaining detergent using 

a cloth soaked in clean water and 

wrung out well.

 Panel Maintenance

If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with 

a soft cloth soaked in clean water and 

thoroughly wrung out.

If some areas require further cleaning, use 

the following procedure:
1.  Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth 

soaked in a mild detergent (approx. 5 

%) diluted with water.

2.  Wipe off the remaining detergent using 

a cloth soaked in clean water and 

wrung out well.

NOTE

Be particularly careful when cleaning 

shiny surface panels and metallic parts 

such as plating as they can be scratched 

easily.

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