Body Interior Trim - Sueded Leather Care and Cleaning

Number 83-I-162 Section 2 Date 11/83
Subject: CARE AND CLEANING OF SUEDED LEATHER INTERIOR TRIMSTE, FIREBIRD AND FIERO
1. Brush up suede nap and vacuum regularly.

^ Suede leather that seems worn and matted down may be quickly revived with brushing.

^ Dust, loose dirt and, dried water based spots should be removed with brush or vacuum cleaner.

2. Brush up nap and vacuum frequently..

When this procedure no longer removes soil, shampoo lightly with diluted Carbona Rug and Upholstery Shampoo, manufactured by Carbona Products Co. Dilute this shampoo using directions in this notice..

- Brush nap using a scrub brush.
- Dilute Carbona or equivalent (20 parts lukewarm water to one part Carbona).
- Spray diluted solution onto soiled area. Adjust spray nozzle for best sudsing results (if suds run off soiled area, spray solution onto wet sponge).
- Suds up leather by rubbing very gently with wet sponge. DO NOT BRUSH WET SUEDE. Allow Carbona shampoo to lift soil from leather. Very gentle rubbing helps break up embedded soiling.
- Remove suds with sponge.
- Rinse leather with clean wet sponge.
- Remove remaining shampoo residue with a dry cloth.
- Allow the leather to dry completely.
- Raise nap with dry scrub brush.
- Vacuum leather to remove any remaining residue.
- Repeat Carbona application if necessary.

NOTE: A source to obtain the cleaning kit is available from Wolverine Leather Division, 123 N. Main, Rockford, MI 49351, attention: Mr. John Krause, telephone toll-free 1-800-222-0770; in Michigan call collect (616) 866-0992.

3. If you are unable to satisfactorily clean sueded leather, call a qualified professional cleaner who has been trained to care for sueded leather or Mr. John Krause.

4. Scotchgard is tanned into this sueded leather. The Scotchgard protection will continue after initial cleaning. Repeated shampooing may reduce the effectiveness of the Scotchgard treatment and a new treatment may be necessary.

Use these procedures and recommended products in cleaning sueded leather. Harsh chemicals and other detergents can harm suede. If you feel it necessary to apply a protective coating after several shampoo cleanings, use only Scotchgard Brand Fabric Protector or equivalent.
DO NOT USE SILICONES or any other protective coatings.
Dear STE Owner:

Along with the STE kit that was shipped to you earlier, Pontiac would like to give you the enclosed cleaning Kit for the care and cleaning of the suede leather interior trim on your STE.

This basic kit of brushes and shampoo concentrate and your review of the instructions in their use will assist in keeping your sueded leather looking its very best. Suede leather that appears worn and matted down may be quickly revived with brushing. Dust, loose dirt and dried water based spots should be removed with a brush or vacuum cleaner. If this procedure does not remove soil, try shampooing lightly with a diluted solution of the enclosed rug and upholstery shampoo. Be sure to follow the directions on the shampoo container.

Additionally, this suede leather has been treated with Scotchguard. The Scotchgard protection will continue after initial cleaning. Repeated shampooing may reduce the effectiveness of the Scotchguard treatment and a new treatment may be necessary.

We trust this information and these cleaning supplies will Further demonstrate our commitment to you, our most valued customer.
Dear Firebird Pontiac Owner:

Pontiac would like to give you the enclosed cleaning kit for the care and cleaning of the suede leather interior trim on your Firebird. This basic kit of brushes and shampoo concentrate and your review of the instructions in their use will assist in keeping your suede looking its very best. Suede leather that appears worn and mated down may be quickly revived with brushing. Dust, loose dirt and dried water based spots should be removed with a brush or vacuum cleaner. If this procedure does not remove soil, try shampooing lightly with a diluted solution of the enclosed rug and upholstery shampoo. Be sure to follow the directions on the shampoo container. Additionally, this suede leather has been treated with Scotchguard. The Scotchguard protection will continue after initial cleaning. Repeated shampooing may reduce the effectiveness of the Scotchguard treatment and a new treatment may be necessary.

We trust this information and these cleaning supplies will further demonstrate our commitment to you, our most valued customer.