2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Manual - Page 395

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 CAUTION! Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches. Cleaners should not contain silicones, organic solvents, petroleum distillates or plasticizers. always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before lowering it into the storage area. Scrub in all directions, covering an area of about two square feet at a time. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the entire vehicle with water to remove all soap and dirt from the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and chrome surfaces. Allow the top to dry before lowering. Vacuuming the top with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the top's drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete streaks in the material. Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stubborn stains. If stains persist, contact your local dealership for further suggestions. Cloth Top Additional Cleaning Procedure For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn stains, apply Mopar Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner (part number 05012245AA) to the complete stain, extending 2 inches (50 mm) beyond the stain. With a soft bristle brush, scrub in all directions over the stain. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the area with warm water. If the stain is still apparent, repeat the cleaning procedure. When the stain is no longer showing, rinse the complete top with warm water. Let the top dry before lowering it. 7 Cloth Top Protection For appearance purposes, you may wish to protect your Twillfast™ (cloth) top periodically. Use Mopar Convertible Cloth Top Treatment or a fabric protectant such as Scotchguard_ is suggested. The top should be clean and dry before application of the protectant. 7