Cleaning fabric upholstery and headlining
It is recommended to use fabric cleaning agent when cleaning textile fabric and Nubuck textile. Clean if necessary, and treat stains straight away.
Note
Polestar has recommendations with respect to cleaning agents and car care products suitable for the different parts of the car. Contact Polestar Customer Support for more information on which products are suitable to use.
Important
Never scrape or rub a stain as this may destroy the upholstery.
Important
Never use stain removing agents or strong solvents, these may damage the upholstery.
Cleaning fabric upholstery
- Start by vacuum cleaning the upholstery.
- Follow the instructions for the fabric cleaning agent.
- When cleaning fabric, a spray extraction cleaner is recommended for suction of the washing fluid and subsequent water rinsing.
Warning
Never spray cleaning agent on the sides of the seats when the side airbags are fitted. Dry these instead using a cloth moistened with the cleaning agent.
Important
Some coloured clothes (such as jeans and suede garments) may discolour the fabric upholstery. It may be difficult to remove stubborn stains such as oil.
Important
Always clean all the upholstery, even if there are just a few individual stains on it. The aim of this is to avoid permanent watermarks.
Note
Do not remove the upholstery during cleaning.
Cleaning the headlining
- Brush the headlining carefully using a soft brush.
- Follow the instructions for the fabric cleaning agent.
- Then use a soft and lint-free cloth to wipe the headlining.
Important
Careless cleaning may damage the headlining.