96 vehicle care – GMC 2011 Acadia User Manual

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GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual - 2011

10-96

Vehicle Care

Fabric/Carpet

Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft
brush attachment to remove dust
and loose dirt. A canister vacuum
with rotating brushes in the nozzle
may only be used on floor carpet
and carpeted floor mats. For soils,
always try to remove them first with
plain water or club soda. Before
cleaning, gently remove as much of
the soil as possible using one of the
following techniques:

.

For liquids: gently blot the
remaining soil with a paper
towel. Allow the soil to absorb
into the paper towel until no
more can be removed.

.

For solid dry soils: remove as
much as possible and then
vacuum.

To clean:

1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white

cloth with water or club soda.

2. Remove excess moisture.

3. Start on the outside edge of the

soil and gently rub toward the
center. Continue cleaning, using
a clean area of the cloth each
time it becomes soiled.

4. Continue to gently rub the

soiled area.

5. If the soil is not completely

removed, use a mild soap
solution and repeat the cleaning
process with plain water.

If any of the soil remains, a
commercial fabric cleaner or spot
lifter may be necessary. Test a
small hidden area for colorfastness
before using a commercial
upholstery cleaner or spot lifter.
If the locally cleaned area gives
any impression that a ring formation
may result, clean the entire surface.

A paper towel can be used to blot
excess moisture from the fabric or
carpet after the cleaning process.

Leather

Leather, and lighter colored leather
in particular, will need more frequent
cleaning to prevent the buildup of
dust, dirt, and colors transferred
from other items so that these do
not become permanent stains.

To remove dust, a soft cloth
dampened with water can be used.
If a more thorough cleaning is
necessary, a soft cloth dampened
with a mild soap solution can
be used. Your dealer has a GM
approved leather cleaner available
that provides superior cleaning
performance when used regularly
on finished automotive leathers.
Allow the leather to dry naturally.

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