Get Interior care and cleaning -> Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara? Guide for Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door First Generation (2007-2016)

NOTICE

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Vehicle care products containing solvents can cause irreparable damage to damage

plastics and other vehicle the materials.

Stains, dirt and other deposits that contain aggressive substances or solvents can corrode

vehicle materials and cause permanent damage, even after brief contact with the surface.

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Remove stains, dirt, and other deposits as quickly as possible and do not allow them to dry.

To help prevent damage, have stubborn stains removed by a professional who has the

necessary expertise and experience.

Suitable care products are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized

Volkswagen Service Facilities.

Caring for upholstery

ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Checklist

Please note the following when it comes to the care and preservation of the upholstery ⇒ꢀ

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Open Velcro® fasteners can damage upholstery, fabric, and trim. Before you get into the vehicle,

close all Velcro® fasteners that could come into contact with upholstery fabrics and cloth trim.

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Sharp-edged objects and items on clothing and belts (such as belt clips, mobile phone cases,

zippers, rivets, and rhinestones) can damage upholstery material and fabric trim. To help prevent

damage, do not let such items come into direct contact with the upholstery and fabric trim.

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Dust and dirt particles in pores, folds, and seams can have a “scouring” effect on material and

damage the surface. Remove dust and dirt regularly to help prevent permanent surface damage.

Check clothing for colorfastness to help prevent upholstery discoloration, especially to light-colored

upholstery.

NOTICE

Disregarding the upholstery-related checklist may lead to damage or discoloration of

upholstery and fabric trim.

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Please note and follow the points listed in the checklist.

Volkswagen recommends having any discoloration removed by an authorized Volkswagen

dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

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. 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

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 pressure 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 ⇒ꢀ

Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be cleaned with a commercially available

dry-foam cleaner.

If the upholstery fabric 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

ꢀ

Do not use pressure 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 fabric 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.

Removing stains

When treating stains, it may be necessary to clean the entire surface and not just the stain itself. This

is especially true if the entire surface has become dirty from normal use. Otherwise, the area that is

treated may become lighter than the untreated area. If you have questions or concerns, consult a

professional cleaner.

Type of stain

Recommended cleaning for fabric and upholstery

Water-based stains, such

as coffee or fruit juice.

– Moisten a sponge with water and rub the stain gently with a circular

motion.

– Wipe dry with an absorbent cloth.

Persistent stains, such as

chocolate or make-up.

– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning products.

– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery professionally cleaned.

Grease-based stains, such

as oil, lipstick, etc.

– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning products.

– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery professionally cleaned.

WARNING

If there is a malfunction in the airbag system, the airbag may not deploy correctly or at all, or

it may deploy unexpectedly. This could cause fatal injuries.

ꢀ Have the airbag system inspected immediately by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

If the upholstery on power seats, heated seats, or seats with airbag components is wet,

electrical components and the vehicle electrical system could be damaged.

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If the seating surface becomes soaked, have it dried and the system components checked

immediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Do not use steam cleaners because the steam could cause the dirt to penetrate deeper into

the fabric and make it impossible to remove.

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Pressure washers and cooling sprays can damage the upholstery.

NOTICE

ꢀ Clean only the carpet and floor mats with brushes. Other textile surfaces can be damaged

by brushes.

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If detergent pastes or mild detergent solutions are applied with a damp cloth or sponge, the

surfactants in the detergent may cause visible lines to form at the edges of the area where the

detergent was applied. These lines are generally difficult or impossible to remove.

NOTICE

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Do not soak Alcantara^®.

Do not treat Alcantara^®with leather care products, solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain

remover or similar products.

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Do not use brushes for damp cleaning, because they can damage upholstery surfaces.

Do not use a steam cleaner, because dirt will penetrate deeper into the fabric.

Interior care and cleaning -> Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara? for Your Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door First Generation (2007-2016)

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