Technical data

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Page 1130 Nov 2000
(3) Interior Cleaning:
Seats, carpet, upholstery panels, and headliners should be vacuumed at regular intervals to
remove surface dirt and dust. While vacuuming, use a fine bristle nylon brush to help loosen par-
ticles. Carpet may be cleaned like household carpet made with the same composition and simi-
lar weave. The headliner is made from polyester. The headliner can be cleaned using the same
methods for cleaning any object made out of polyester. For smudges from dirty hands or tools,
powdered laundry soap can work well. The instrument panel, control knobs, and plastic trim
need only to be wiped clean with a soft damp cloth.
CAUTION: Never use furniture polish on interior furnishings, because most contain solvents
harmful to vinyl. Do not use alcohol or other strong solvents on interior plastics.
Never allow alcohol to enter microphone or electrical connections. The interior fur-
nishings can be easily damaged if cleaned with Methyl Ethel Ketone (MEK), naph-
tha, mufti standard solvent, gasoline, lacquer thinner or other types of thinner.
Never saturate any fabric with solution which could damage the backing or pad-
ding materials. When cleaning carpet, keep the foam as dry as possible and rub
the carpet in circular motions. Never allow carpets to remain damp; always dry
them thoroughly. Always follow the manufactures instructions on proper usage of
their products. Compressed air is not recommended for cleaning the headliner.
(a) Acquire necessary tools and equipment.
(b) Brush out all large pieces of dirt and other foreign matter using a whiskbroom.
(c) Remove all small pieces of dirt and other foreign matter using a vacuum cleaner.
(d) Wipe all plastic liners and leather surfaces clean using a moist cloth.
(e) Discard all trash.
(f) Clean leather with saddle soap or a mild hand soap and water; then dry with a soft cloth.
(4) Engine Cleaning:
Accumulation of grease, dirt, oil, and other fluids in the engine compartment create higher
engine compartment operating temperatures and can create a fire hazard. A dirty engine com-
partment will also hamper the inspection process.
Description P/N or Spec. Supplier Purpose
Saddle soap - Any Source Clean leather surfaces
Mild dishwasher soap
(Abrasive free)
- Any Source Clean leather surfaces
Cotton cloth (clean white,
lint free)
- Any Source General cleaning procedures
Whiskbroom - Any Source General cleaning procedures
Vacuum cleaner - Any Source General cleaning procedures