How to Clean Leather Car Seats

Purchasing a luxury vehicle with premium leather seats is always an exciting time for many Astoria drivers. This is because leather seats feel more luxurious than cloth, however, they do require additional care to keep the upholstery looking pristine. Learn how to clean leather car seats and additional leather seat care with the service experts at Major World Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions along the way.

How to Clean Leather Car Seats: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep your leather seats looking brand new by following these quick and easy steps below:

1. First, vacuum the crevices of your seats to remove any dust, dirt, or debris. 
2. Once that’s cleaned,apply a pH-neutral cleaning solution to your upholstery while making sure you don’t get any liquid cleaner into any perforations. 
3. Gently clean the leather upholstery using a microfiber cloth and soft-bristled brush.
4. Once the seats are cleaned, apply an approved leather conditioner to your seats, and gently work in using a clean microfiber cloth. Let the conditioner dry and then buff in with another clean microfiber cloth. The leather conditioner helps keep your seats supple and avoid cracking. 

What Cleaning Products Should I Use?

Use a colorless, simple damp rag to lightly dust your car seats. Manhattan drivers interested in doing a more thorough wash can use warm water with some soap or a specially made leather cleaner to wipe down the seats. There are a few things to avoid using on your seats:

• Sharp objects that may scratch
• Household cleaner
• Dark cloths
• Detergents
• Furniture polish

Additional Leather Seat Care Tips

1. Keep a travel bottle of leather cleaning solution and clean microfiber cloths in your vehicle. This helps keep your seats clean of dust, spills, and debris while on the go around the Jackson Heights area. 
2. If you have access to a garage, store your vehicle in there as much as possible. Avoiding extreme temperatures will help preserve the life of your leather. 
3. When out running errands in Bayside, look out for shaded parking spots since parking in the shade can help prevent sun bleaching and damage. 

Get More Leather Seat Care at Major World Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Whether you’re interested in more tips on how to clean your leather car seats, learning what’s the difference between a hand car wash vs. a touchless car wash, or how to do a tire rotation, our factory-trained service technicians can help. Feel free to contact our service center with any questions or to schedule a service appointment.