Kia Optima: Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solution recommended for upholstery or carpets. Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not receive immediate attention, the fabric can be stained and its color can be affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties can be reduced if the material is not properly maintained.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommended cleaners and procedures may affect the fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.
Interior General Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oil from contacting the
dashboard because they may cause damage or discoloration. If they do contact the
dashboard, wipe them off immediately ...
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery
or carpet. Follow the instructions provided with the soap. Do not bleach or re-dye
the webbing because this m ...
See also:
Condenser. Components and Components Location
Component Location
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Theft-alarm system
This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the
vehicle. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the "Armed" stage,
the second is the " ...
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while driving up steep hills, downshift
before the engine starts to “labor’’. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling
and gives better acceleration ...