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SixZee
09-22-2019, 05:37 AM
This is the steering wheel of my 2006 Sentra Special Edition that I got pre-owned a while ago. I don't know if its leather or polyurathane but its been like this since I owned it. It got dirty over the period of time but the underlying structure is same. I have been itching to use car wash soap and Mr Clean on it to remove all the dirt but I don't know if that will be enough to smooth out all creases or rub marks on it.

https://i.postimg.cc/Dy6tcGsX/Steer1.jpg (https://postimg.cc/VdSGfdKf)


https://i.postimg.cc/j2QBmwFB/Steer2.jpg (https://postimg.cc/SYRZzsqG)


https://i.postimg.cc/dtwbd67F/Steer3.jpg (https://postimg.cc/5jKKWwqK)


https://i.postimg.cc/mZYxtJgV/Steer4.jpg (https://postimg.cc/HjkvNS57)


Will appreciate any idea on how best I can clean/fix this.

Thanks in advance.

Buster906
09-22-2019, 08:46 AM
If the vehicle was mine, I would apply a leather conditioner and let soak for a spell

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SixZee
09-22-2019, 01:04 PM
If the vehicle was mine, I would apply a leather conditioner and let soak for a spell

I have Mother's VLR, would that work? Just apply and leave it for a day?

rlmccarty2000
09-22-2019, 01:25 PM
Instead of a leather conditioner I would clean it first. Any good leather cleaner or a mild APC will work fine. Just reapply it often and use a light colored microfiber to see when the dirt is removed. I stay away from leather conditioners on my steering wheel as they can attract dirt and grime from your hands. I doubt you will be able to remove the stretch marks, but cleaning it will make a world of difference.

SixZee
09-22-2019, 02:00 PM
Any good leather cleaner or a mild APC will work fine.
I have Super Clean. I can dilute it 1:16, or do you have a suggestion for a leather cleaner?

vobro
09-22-2019, 04:58 PM
Most of that looks to be wear and tear, I believe you don't have many options.

Tieguy77
01-08-2020, 09:20 PM
I have Super Clean. I can dilute it 1:16, or do you have a suggestion for a leather cleaner?

Sorry this is so late, but I just used Super Clean on my steering wheel today. BE VERY CAREFUL around plastic buttons etc....I diluted 10:1 and this stuff is very potent.

Buster906
01-08-2020, 09:33 PM
I have Mother's VLR, would that work? Just apply and leave it for a day?Yes, a light as possible layer. Let sit for an hour and the progress.

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