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Care and maintenance of Softex?

Discussion in 'Prius c Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Larry Greenwald, Jun 22, 2013.

  1. Larry Greenwald

    Larry Greenwald Junior Member

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    Just got my C4. What's the best way to maintain the Softex on the seats and steering wheel? I'm in California so the sun is going to bake on it a lot.
     
  2. Rob.au

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    The manual says:

    I have tried Armor All Leather Care spray on it, because I had it already. It didn't seem to have ill effects (YMMV: always test in an inconspicous area), but I doubt it is necessary on the Softex and see little reason to stray from the manual's advice, which will be cheaper anyway. It smelt nice though.

    Some other threads:

    Softex Cleaner | PriusChat
    UV Protectant for SofTex Seats | PriusChat
    Maintaing and caring for SofTex seats | PriusChat
     
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  3. harold

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    Just used Lexol Vinyl and Plastic cleaner/protector. Looks great. Gives a depth to the Softex.



    Lexol Premium Protectant
     
  4. Mr Gee

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    I use turtlewax upholstery foam on mine. Works fine and smells good too.
     
  5. 1911Tex

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    Spray it with 3M Scotchguard........!