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      03-05-2018, 07:32 PM   #1
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How do you clean your Coral Red Dakota Interior?

Hello,

Over the past year of ownership I've noticed my Coral Red Dakota leather seats have gotten a shade darker than when I first got my vehicle. I'm not sure how to clean them. I've seen a few folks recommend Chemical Guys Leather Cleaner & Conditioner. How do you guys clean your seats? Doesn't necessarily have to be Coral Red.

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      03-06-2018, 05:47 AM   #2
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I have the same interior. I recommend you buy the cleaning kit at the dealer as it’s made for our leather seats.
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      03-06-2018, 10:09 AM   #3
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How bad is the interior? I work at a BMW dealership as a detailer so i know the struggle of that interior. If it isn't too bad that will work but that color can pack TONS of crap into it and needs some more work.
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Mix 1/2 water and 1/2 Woolite.
Use wash cloth.
Let dry then seal with Lexol leather protectant.
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      03-06-2018, 11:07 AM   #5
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I used the Meguiar's ultimate leather balm on my coral red. My leather is in pretty good condition to begin with but i really liked the results. Nothing sticky or shiny, or weird smells. I believe it uses natural conditioners too like cocoa butter and jojoba oil.
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How bad is the interior? I work at a BMW dealership as a detailer so i know the struggle of that interior. If it isn't too bad that will work but that color can pack TONS of crap into it and needs some more work.
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How bad is the interior? I work at a BMW dealership as a detailer so i know the struggle of that interior. If it isn't too bad that will work but that color can pack TONS of crap into it and needs some more work.
You tell me!
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Mix 1/2 water and 1/2 Woolite.
Use wash cloth.
Let dry then seal with Lexol leather protectant.
I've used Woolite and it works like magic (50% dilution). I found the cheaper off brands of Woolite actually work a little better.
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I just use a damp microfiber and it gets blue jean dye off like a champ
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Thanks for all the responses! Will report back with results this weekend.
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I use chemical guys leather cleaner as the cleaner, then protect with kenotek.
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Update: Used 1/2 water and 1/2 Woolite, then sealed with Lexol leather protectant. Worked like a charm. Hard to tell difference via pics, however there is a notable difference in person. Thanks!
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Looks GREAT !!
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