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Heated leather seats by dkipfer
Apr 08, 2007 (6:41 pm)
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My front driver's seat has what appears to be 'scorch' marks in the leather from the seat heater. I find it hard to believe that that is what it is--- I'm thinking it is more of a dye transfer from clothing or something. Has anyone had experience with this and how do I best go about removing it?
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Re: Heated leather seats [dkipfer] by tallman1
Apr 08, 2007 (8:04 pm)
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Replying to: dkipfer (Apr 08, 2007 6:41 pm)

You must have a light colored leather. I find it hard to believe it would be the heater too. Try some saddle soap or a good leather cleaner.
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Re: Heated leather seats [tallman1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Apr 09, 2007 (8:31 am)
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Replying to: tallman1 (Apr 08, 2007 8:04 pm)

Could also be sun damage--rare but possible. I tend to think the dye transfer theory is correct.
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Re: Heated leather seats [tallman1] by dkipfer
Apr 09, 2007 (6:31 pm)
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Replying to: tallman1 (Apr 08, 2007 8:04 pm)

It is light beige or tan and the marks are dark brown or blackish. How aggressive can you be trying to clean a mark like that without making the cleaned area stand out from the rest of the seat?
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Re: Heated leather seats [dkipfer] by tallman1
Apr 09, 2007 (7:04 pm)
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Replying to: dkipfer (Apr 09, 2007 6:31 pm)

Well, as they always say... test it in an inconspicuous area first. Of course, that doesn't do much good if the discoloration isn't there!
 
I've never had to clean anything like that so I'm not much help. Saddle soap shouldn't do any damage though. You can always take it to a reputable detail shop and ask for their advice.
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does anyone know..? - leather seats maintenance service providers by mmkat
Apr 14, 2007 (7:13 am)
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hi.. can anyone help me..? does anyone know who can *actually* clean and repair leather seats..? i have an Acura TSX and i hired some people who *knew* how to clean leather seats... and guess what happened.
please.. itīs so urgent. the seats are 'sticky' and i dont know what to do. thanks!!
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Problem with my Toyota RAV4, Steer/Shift/Ignition Key all got locked up by jacky123
Apr 14, 2007 (5:00 pm)
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Hi,
 
I have this problem few time, it's that when I try to start the car, the ignition key, the steering wheel and the shift got locked up, I cannot move any of them into a different position?
 
Does anyone has any clues about this problem.
For the last few time, I tried to keep moving things around, and then it will fix the problem.
 
Thanks for any input.
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Re: Problem with my Toyota RAV4, Steer/Shift/Ignition Key all got locked up [jacky123] by smokey75
Apr 14, 2007 (5:20 pm)
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Replying to: jacky123 (Apr 14, 2007 5:00 pm)

Just out of curiosity, why are you posting this in "cleaning cloth/leather interiors?"
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Re: Problem with my Toyota RAV4, Steer/Shift/Ignition Key all got locked up [jacky123] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Apr 14, 2007 (5:23 pm)
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Replying to: jacky123 (Apr 14, 2007 5:00 pm)

hi Jacky,
 
you need to cut and paste your question into this link:
 
Rav4 Repair and Maintenance Topic
 
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Toyota RAV4 by dkipfer
Apr 14, 2007 (5:33 pm)
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This can happen easily if your wheels are turned at an angle when the engine is shut down. The pressure has to be relieved off the steering wheel before the ignition can be turned. Try turning the wheel until you feel some resistance and then turn it a little harder-- while you are holding the wheel tightly turned, the ignition should turn freely and once the engine starts you will feel the wheel relax as the power steering kicks in.

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