Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara®
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Cleaning upholstery on heated seats and power seats or seats with airbag components
Airbag components and electrical connectors may be installed in the driver seat, the front passenger
seat, and in the outer rear seats. Damaging, cleaning and handling incorrectly, or wetting or soaking
these seat surfaces and backrests can damage the vehicle electrical system and prevent the airbag
system from working properly ⇒ꢀ
Electrical components and connectors that could be damaged by incorrect cleaning or handling are
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installed in power seats and heated seats ⇒ꢀ . This can also result in damage to other parts of the
vehicle electrical system.
For this reason, read and follow these cleaning instructions:
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Do not use power washers, steam cleaners, or cooling spray.
Do not use detergent pastes or mild detergent solutions.
Do not wet the surface completely.
Only use cleaning products approved by Volkswagen.
If you have questions or concerns, consult a professional cleaner.
Before using any cleaning agent, familiarize yourself with instructions and warnings on the
packaging.
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Vacuum upholstery, fabric trim, Alcantara® upholstery, and carpeting regularly with a suitable brush
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A soft sponge or a commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth may be used for general
cleaning ⇒ꢀ
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Clean Alcantara® surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a commercially available lint-free
microfiber cloth ⇒ꢀ
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Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be cleaned with a commercially available
dry-foam cleaner.
If the upholstery and fabric trim pieces are heavily soiled, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility before you begin cleaning to learn about suitable cleaning
options. If necessary, have the cleaning done by a professional.
Cleaning upholstery on non-heated seats, manual seats, or seats without airbag
components
ꢀ Before using any cleaning agent, familiarize yourself with instructions and warnings on the
packaging.
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attachment.
Vacuum upholstery, fabric trim, Alcantara® upholstery, and carpeting regularly with a suitable brush
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ꢀ
Do not use power washers, steam cleaners, or cooling spray.
A soft sponge or a commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth may be used for general
cleaning ⇒ꢀ
Clean Alcantara® surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a commercially available lint-free
microfiber cloth ⇒ꢀ
.
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Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be cleaned with a commercially available
dry-foam cleaner.
If the upholstery and fabric trim pieces are heavily soiled, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility before you begin cleaning to learn about suitable cleaning
options. If necessary, have the cleaning done by a professional.
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