2009 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 266
2009 Saab 9-3 Manual
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93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 266 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM 266 Car care Safety belts WARNING If the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other associated components must be inspected. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belts yourself. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Check the function of the safety belts regularly as follows: • Hold the diagonal strap and pull it sharply. The safety belt should lock and it should not be possible to withdraw it further. Check the anchorage points in the floor. They must not have suffered rust damage. If a belt is worn or has any fraying edges, it should be replaced. Safety belts must not come into contact with substances such as polishes, oil or chemicals. If the belts get dirty, wash them with warm water and a detergent or have them replaced. Upholstery and trim To remove fluff and hairs from the seats, door armrests and headlining, use a vacuum cleaner, a moist lint-free cloth, or a clothes brush. Remove spots and dirt using a cloth moistened with lukewarm soapy water. When using a stain remover, always work from the outside towards the center to avoid leaving a ring. If a soiled ring or spot should remain, it can usually be removed using lukewarm soapy water or water alone. Spots left by liquids, such as soft drinks or thin oil, must be removed at once with an absorbent material, such as kitchen towelling. Then clean with a stain remover. White spirit is recommended for removing grease and oil stains. A medium stiff brush may also be used. Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery The principal reason for treating leather upholstery is to maintain its elegant appearance and to provide it with a protective film. Discolor at ion caused by dust and wear mainly affects the lighter shades, although this is not detrimental to the leather, indeed, the patina resulting from use is often considered desirable in leather. But if the leather is allowed to become too grubby, it can start to look shabby. Vacuum the leather regularly with a soft brush attachment to remove loose dirt and dust. The leather upholstery should be cleaned and reconditioned twice a year in conjunction with spring and autumn inspections. In very warm, dry climates the leather may need more regular reconditioning. Use conventional leather care products. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not use harsh polishing agents, cleaning agents, sprays, coarse soap or hot water. Semi-Anilin is a leather that is colored throughout which only has a thin protective finish and is accordingly more sensitive than a surface colored leather and therefore need more care to keep the protection and ageing properties.