Practical information
Use a high-flow hose (temperature
Act quickly by reducing the stain from its
edges inwards.
Do not use printed cloths or
printed absorbent paper.
between 25°C and 40°C).
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the
surface to be cleaned.
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.
Remove as much substance or solids as
possible using a spoon or spatula, and
remove as much liquid as possible using
absorbent paper.
Do not use steam-cleaning systems.
Remove dust from the Alcantara® parts
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Clean the Alcantara®, without rubbing too
vigorously, with a white cotton cloth which is
slightly damp.
Textile
The dashboard, door panels and seats may
contain parts made of textile material.
Product/Procedure to use depending
on the type of stain:
– Grease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral
detergent.
Maintenance
To find out which products and procedures to
use on different types of stains, refer to the
"Textile - Stain removal" section.
For more information, go to the Alcantara®
– Vomit: clean with sparkling mineral water.
– Blood: spread flour over the stain and allow
to dry; remove with a slightly damp cloth.
– Mud: allow to dry and then remove with a
slightly damp cloth.
Do not use aggressive cleaning products
(e.g. alcohol, solvent or ammonia).
Do not use steam-cleaning systems - risk of
affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!
– Cake, chocolate, ice cream: clean with
lukewarm water.
– Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks: clean with
lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is
persistent.
– Hair gel, coffee, tomato sauce, vinegar:
clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.
For solid substances, then use a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
For liquid substances, then use a damp
microfibre cloth and then dry with another
cloth.
Leather
Remove dust from the textile parts
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Rub down the textile parts once per year with
a clean, damp cloth. After leaving overnight to
dry, brush with a soft-bristled brush.
Leather is a natural product. Appropriate regular
care is essential for its durability.
It must be protected and nourished using a
specific leather product, to keep it supple and
preserve its original appearance.
Do not use maintenance products which
are not suitable for cleaning leather
(e.g. solvent, detergent, petrol, pure alcohol).
Do not use bleaching or colour-removal
products (e.g. perchloroethylene).
Stain removal
Do not rub the stain or it may spread or
you may cause the substance to
penetrate the surface.
When cleaning items partly made from
leather, take care not to damage the other
materials with the specific leather product.
Alcantara®
Alcantara® is an elegant and practical material
which is very resistant and easy to maintain.
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