2022 Subaru Outback Cleaning the Interior
Cleaning the Interior
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control panel, audio equipment, instrument panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches. (Do not use organic solvents.)
Seat Fabric Material
- Remove loose dirt, dust, or debris with a vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum cleaner, use a soft brush then vacuum it. Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly wrungcloth and dry the seat fabric thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe using a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water then dry thoroughly.
- If the stain does not come out, try a commercially available fabric cleaner. Use the cleaner in a hidden place and make sure it does not affect the fabric adversely. Use the cleaner according to its instructions.
CAUTION
When cleaning the seat, do not use benzene, paint thinner, or any similar materials. Doing so could damage the surface and cause the color to deteriorate.
Leather Seat Materials
- The leather used by SUBARU is a high-quality natural product that will retain its distinctive appearance and feel for many years with proper care.
- Allowing dust or road dirt to build upon the surface can cause the leather to become brittle and wear prematurely. To maintain its resiliency, leather should be cleaned monthly or whenever it becomes soiled.
- Before cleaning leather upholstery, vacuum it to remove dust. Use a soft and lint-free cloth dampened with lukewarm water and mild soap, taking care not to soak the leather or allow water to penetrate the stitched seams. Use a gentle circular motion while cleaning the leather – do not rub or apply extreme pressure.
- Wipe the leather again with another clean, slightly damp cloth to remove soap residue and dry with a soft cloth.
- Minor surface blemishes or difficult dirt spots may be treated with a commercial leather spray. Never use alcohol, cleaning solvents, leather oils, varnishes or polishes on your leather as it will dry out the leather finish.
- If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
- You will discover that each leather seat section will develop soft folds or wrinkles, which is characteristic of genuine leather.
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water, after first vacuuming or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic leather materials may be used when necessary.
CAUTION
Strong cleaning agents such as solvents, paint thinners, window cleaners, or gasoline must never be used on leather or synthetic interior materials. Doing so could damage the surface and cause the color to deteriorate
Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the instrument panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches
CAUTION
- Do not use organic solvents such as paint thinners or gasoline, or strong cleaning agents that contain those solvents. Doing so could damage the surface and cause the color to deteriorate.
- Do not use chemical solvents that contain silicone on the vehicle audio system, electrical components of the air-conditioner or any switches. If silicone adheres to these parts, it may cause damage to electrical components.
Center Information Display
To clean the center information display, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the display(s) is/are extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent
CAUTION
- Do not spray neutral detergent directly onto the display(s). Doing so could damage the monitor’s components.
- Do not wipe the display(s) with a hard cloth. Doing so could scratch the monitor.
- Do not use cleaning fluid that contains thinner, gasoline, or any other volatile substance. Such cleaning fluid could erase the lettering on the switches on the display(s).