1998 Ford F150 Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202

Maintenance and care Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with the cleaner. Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Cleaning leather seats (if equipped) For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap. If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product "Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner" and a 3M "Type T' scrubbing pad by using the following steps; The type of scrubbing pad is very critical because the common 3M "Scotch Brite" green pad is too aggressive and 202