Clean with a soft, moist cloth. these components or interfere with correct func- tioning of the components.This can in turn then also lead to damage to other parts of the vehi- cle’s electrical system → in Notes on vehicle care on page 204. If stubborn soiling cannot be removed with mild soap solution, 1) use a solvent-free plastic clean- ing agent or Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner if necessary. Trim parts, trim strips made of chrome, alumini- um or stainless steel: Seat cushions with seat heating have electrical components and connectors that may be dam- aged in the event of incorrect cleaning or treat- ment. → . This can also result in damage to oth- er parts of the vehicle electrics.
Clean with soft cloth and mild soap solution 1) in a dust-free environment. Anodised surfaces: Do not use chrome care prod- uct. For the above reasons, the following items must be observed when cleaning the seat covers: Control elements: Remove coarse dirt and other dirt that is difficult to reach using a soft brush. Use a clean, soft cloth with some mild soap solution 1) to clean control elements. Do not allow liquids to enter the controls. – Never use high-pressure cleaners, steam cleaners and coolant spray. – Never switch on the seat heating to dry the seats. – Do not use washing paste or fine detergent solutions.
Use a suitable cleaning cloth or Volkswagen Gen- uine cleaning cloth with a little water, a suitable glass cleaner or LCD cleaner. Do not clean the in- strument cluster display and Infotainment sys- tem screen with a dry cloth. Switch off the Info- tainment system temporarily before cleaning. Displays and screens: – Never soak seat covers. – If in doubt, go to a correspondingly qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership. WARNING Improper cleaning of the seat belts, their an- chorages and the belt retractors can cause damage and prevent them from functioning properly. Rubber seals: Clean with a soft and lint-free cloth as well as plenty of water.
Regularly treat with a suitable rubber care prod- uct or the Volkswagen Genuine rubber care prod- uct. ● Never carry out any modifications on the seat belts for cleaning. ● Never clean the seat belts and their compo- nents with chemical agents. Seat belt: ● Do not use any caustic liquids, solvents or sharp objects. Carefully pull the seat belt right out and leave it out. → . Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush. Use mild soap solution to clean the seat belts. Leave the belt fabric to dry completely and then allow it to roll up. ● Protect the belt buckles against the ingress of liquids and foreign bodies. ● Let the cleaned seat belt to dry completely before allowing it to retract.
Wooden trims: Clean with a soft cloth and some mild soap solu- tion. 1) WARNING Cleaning seat covers For fabrics that fade easily, such as denim seat upholstery, fading will not affect the perform- ance of the fabric. Parts of the airbag system and electrical connectors may be installed in the seat cover. Improper cleaning or soaking can damage Improper care and cleaning of components can irreparably damage the safety features of the vehicle, and prevent them from functioning properly. This can lead to serious injuries in the event of an accident. ● Vehicle parts must be cleaned according to the manufacturer's instructions. 182.5C1.TRO.74 1) Neutral soap solution:
Add up to two tablespoons of neutral soap diluted in one litre of water. Vehicle care 209