Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Cleaning and caring for the dash panel, wooden trims and plastic parts

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Moisten a clean, lint-free cloth with water and clean the parts.

Treat plastic parts inside and outside the vehicle and the dash panel with a special solvent-free plastic cleaning and care product that has been approved by Volkswagen .

Treat wooden trims with a mild soap solution.

WARNING

Cleaning agents that contain solvents cause the surface of the airbag modules to become porous. In an accident that triggers the airbag, loose plastic parts can cause serious injury.

Never clean the dash panel or the airbag covers with cleansers that contain solvents.

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