2025-2026 Volvo EX40 SUV Care and maintenance -> Interior cleaning and care User Manual
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The wipers move to a more accessible position and can be lifted up from the windscreen for servicing.  
Important  
Fold the wipers down  
Be sure to fold the wipers back down against the windscreen after servicing them. Activation of the wipers when they are  
in an elevated position can damage the car.  
Once you have folded the wipers back down, deactivate the service position. This can be done by either of these options:  
The setting in the centre display.  
Start driving.  
Start using the wipers or washers.  
13.2.11. Corrosion protection  
A good way to reduce the risk of corrosion is to keep your car clean. Your car also has durable corrosion  
protection.  
Normally, the corrosion protection doesn't require maintenance apart from regular cleaning and washing, which removes cor-  
rosive substances. Avoid using strong alkaline or acidic cleaning solutions on glossy trim components as they can cause corro-  
sion. Road surfaces with gravel or small stones can lead to paint chips that can act as entry points for corrosion. Deal with such  
damage as soon as you notice it.  
The car body's corrosion and abrasion protection consists of:  
protective coatings, both on the sheet metal and applied in a high-quality painting process  
shielding with plastic components  
corrosion-resistant cast aluminium used for exposed components of the wheel suspension.  
13.3. Interior cleaning and care  
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Keep the interior of your car in good condition by taking care of its materials and keeping them clean.  
Use the passenger compartment's storage areas and the cup holders to keep your car tidy. Always take care of stains and dirt as  
soon as you notice them to avoid permanent staining.  
If there are particularly stubborn dirt patches, or if you don't get the desired result when cleaning your car, contact Volvo sup-  
port for advice.  
13.3.1. Cleaning fabrics and textiles  
If you get a stain on the car's interior, such as on the headlining or seat upholstery, clean it as soon as  
possible.  
These recommendations apply to various interior fabrics, including Tailored knit.  
Important  
When cleaning textiles  
Never scrape or rub dirty surfaces. Instead, use gentle circular motions. Remember that sharp objects or abrasive  
materials can damage the car.  
Always clean the entire upholstery. Cleaning only spots on the upholstery can leave water rings or other marks.  
Do not remove surface upholstery during cleaning.  
Certain clothes, such as jeans or suede, can discolour the textile upholstery.  
Be careful when cleaning the headliner as harsh treatment may damage it.  
Only use cleaning agents and car care products recommended for cleaning textiles, and follow each product's  
accompanying instructions.  
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Warning  
Seats with side airbags  
Never spray a cleaning agent directly on the sides of seats with side airbags. Instead, wipe them clean with a cloth lightly  
dampened with a suitable cleaning agent.  
1. Vacuum clean or dust off the area to remove loose dust and dirt.  
2. Clean the area with a neutral-coloured, clean and lint-free microfibre cloth that is lightly dampened with water or a  
colourless, mild cleaning agent. Use gentle circular motions.  
Tip  
To wash the textile upholstery, an upholstery cleaning machine is recommended for extracting the cleaning solution  
and performing a water rinse.  
3. Let the material dry fully before use.  
Important  
Cleaning seatbelts  
When cleaning a seatbelt, keep it extended until fully dry.  
13.3.2. Cleaning leather or vinyl  
The leather and vinyl in your car can be impacted by dirt and coloured garments over time. You need to clean  
and treat the surface to make it more resistant to damage.  
These leather cleaning recommendations only apply to real leather details.  
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Important  
When cleaning upholstery  
Never scrape or rub dirty surfaces. Instead, use gentle circular motions. Remember that sharp objects or abrasive  
materials can damage the car.  
Do not use a steam cleaner on leather.  
Do not remove surface upholstery during cleaning.  
Do not use leather and vinyl cleaner on textile surfaces.  
Only use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo, and follow each product's accompanying  
instructions. Contact Volvo support for more information.  
Warning  
Seats with side airbags  
Never spray a cleaning agent directly on the sides of seats with side airbags. Instead, wipe them clean with a cloth lightly  
dampened with a suitable cleaning agent.  
1. Vacuum clean or dust off the area to remove loose dust and dirt.  
2. Use a neutral-coloured, clean micro fibre cloth lightly dampened with cleaning agent and clean the area with gentle circular  
motions.  
3. Let the upholstery dry fully before further use or applying any treatments.  
13.3.3. Cleaning glass and glossy surfaces  
Clean surfaces such as displays, mirrors and touch buttons regularly and gently.  
Important  
When cleaning glass and glossy surfaces  
Do not scrape or use any abrasive cleaning agent on screen, mirrors and touch buttons. This can damage the  
reflective surface.  
1. Vacuum clean or dust off the area to remove loose dust and dirt.  
2. Use a clean microfibre cloth lightly dampened with water and clean the area with gentle circular motions.  
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3. Let the surface dry fully before use.  
13.3.4. Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood  
components  
Clean panels and controls regularly, and deal with stains straightaway.  
Important  
Be gentle  
Never scrape or rub dirty surfaces. Instead, use gentle circular motions. Remember that sharp objects or abrasive materi-  
als can damage the car.  
1. Vacuum or dust the area to remove loose dust and dirt.  
2. Use a clean microfibre cloth lightly dampened with water and clean the area with gentle circular motions.  
Important  
Never spray fluids directly on electrical components, such as buttons or controls.  
3. Let the material dry fully before use.  
13.3.5. Cleaning mats  
Clean the mats regularly and always make sure they are properly in place.  
Important  
Be gentle  
Never scrape or rub dirty surfaces. Instead, use gentle circular motions. Remember that sharp objects or abrasive materi-  
als can damage the car.  
1. Remove the mats for separate cleaning and access to the floor. Grasp the mat by the fastening pins and lift it straight up.  
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2. Vacuum the mats and floor to remove loose dust and dirt. Do not shake or beat the mats to remove dust and dirt as they can  
crack.  
3. Clean the area with a neutral-coloured, clean microfibre cloth that is lightly dampened with water or a colourless, mild  
cleaning agent. Use gentle circular motions.  
4. Let the mat dry fully before putting it back. Fix it into place by pressing down near each pin.  
Warning  
Only use one mat for each seat and make sure the mats are properly fastened using all pins. If the driver's mat is not  
properly attached, it can move around and endanger your driving by getting caught near or under the driver pedals.  
13.4. Wheels and tyres  
The tyres' purpose is to carry your car's load, grip the underlying surface well, reduce vibration and protect  
the wheel rim from wear. Get familiar with the recommendations to get the most out of your wheels and  
tyres.  
Familiarise yourself with tasks such as how to maintain a correct tyre pressure and how to change wheels so you are comfort-  
able in these situations.  
13.4.1. Wheel and tyre recommendations  
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