Interior - Dashboard Appears Blotchy/Faded

Dashboard Looks Faded or Blotchy

Got an '04-06 TL in your shop with a faded or blotchy-looking dashboard? (It's called the instrument panel in the parts catalog.) What's probably causing this is the compatibilizer material in the dashboard is migrating through the cover. After the material ages, proper cleaning and an application of vinyl protectant should restore it to showroom condition. Keep in mind, though, if you clean the dashboard before all that material has migrated, you may need to clean it again and reapply the protectant.

To clean the dashboard, first moisten a clean, white towel with Acura Spray Cleaner/Polish (P/N 08C25-P011M), then rub the panel vigorously until the discoloration goes away. Clean the dashboard twice in different directions to get the best results.

After you're done cleaning, moisten another fresh towel with Acura Vinal/leather Protectant (P/N 08740-PC008), and liberally apply this product to the dashboard. Do this twice in different directions to make sure all areas get covered.

Avoid spraying the cleaner or vinyl protectant directly on the dashboard. These products are tough to remove from glass, and glass cleaners could stain or discolor the dashboard.