The rubber seals of the top
must be washed with water
only. Apply talcum power or
use specific rubber care products (sili-
cone spray) if the seals are dry or par-
tially stuck.
Rinse immediately to remove
soap to prevent stains and
blots. Repeat the operation if
needed.
Waterproofing the top
Use specific waterproofing products for
fabric tops.
Follow the instructions on the
waterproofing product con-
tainer for optimum results.
Remove as much dirt from the surface of
the soft top with a soft brush or vacuum
cleaning before washing it. This operation
will considerably improve the final result.
In absence of specific products, use water
and mild soap applied with a sponge prefer-
ably in the shade for washing.
Rinse the soft top with clean water after
having eliminated all the stains.
Hand washing is recommended; modern
automatic washing systems equipped with
soft brushes which do not apply excessive
pressure and employ specific soft top
products may be used.
Interior top fabric
Remove dust with a soft brush. Avoid us-
ing hard brushes made of synthetic mater-
ial to prevent damaging the fabric beyond
repair.
Clean the surface with a microfibre cloth
or soft sponge dipped in a solution of wa-
ter and mild soap.
Clean the entire surface, including the
zones where cleaning is not needed, to pre-
vent stains.
Use common, car care mild stain re-
movers for more stubborn stains.
Apply by blotting (never rubbing) directly
on the area of the stain.
Leave the car in the shade after washing
avoiding direct sunlight.
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