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The cockpit area has several areas that require special care and cleaning. The
dashboard itself is a molded fiberglass vinyl wrapped pod. The instrument panel is
comprised of various gauges and switches, and may also have various other items
added. Although the dashboard and instrument panel are part of the cockpit, each
has different care and cleaning requirements. The vinyl wrapped dash pod is
cleaned using the instructions for Vinyl Care in this section. In the event a blemish
or small cut occurs in the vinyl, contact a professional upholstery repair service.
There are several methods that can be performed to make these repairs.
The instrument panels are a common grade plastic and should be cleaned using
a mild soap and water solution and a 100% cotton cloth. Dampen the cloth with
the soap and water solution then wipe the panel. Dry using a separate cotton cloth.
Plastic manufacturers recommend any plastic polish product can be used to brighten
the appearance. Some products that are available are Novus Plastic Care
®
system.
This is a three-part system that will clean, polish and protect as well as remove
minor scratches in plastic products. Meguires
®
is another quality polish that can be
used. A common product that can be used to remove scratches and polish is
Johnson Paste Wax
®
. This will require extensive buffing and rubbing.
Some gauges may use glass lense that should be cleaned using a glass cleaner;
others will use plastic or plexiglass lenses. When cleaning a glass face, the cleaner
should be sprayed on the cleaning cloth instead of directly on the lens. If sprayed
directly on the lens, there is a chance of over spray or runoff contacting the plastic.
CAUTION: Most glass cleaning products are volatile to plastics;
extreme care must be used to prevent the glass cleaners from
contacting the plastic. This can make the plastic brittle and dull
the finish.
INFORMATION: To determine if the lens is glass or plastic,
simply tap the lens with a fingernail. Plastic lens will have a dull
hollow sound whereas glass will have a clear ping.
INTERIOR CARE
Cockpit
Use glass cleaner on glass
lens only. Do not spray
cleaner directly on the lens.
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