Spring cleaning is not just for your house—your car could use a refresh as well. Deep cleaning your car is easy and can be done in an afternoon. Plus, with a fresh cleaning, your Toyota will look brand new for the coming season.
It’s time to evaluate your car and figure out what it needs and what deserves the most attention. Being thorough with what needs cleaning will keep your car looking better all season. Don’t rush through this with a bucket and a sponge—pay attention to your car and give it the care it needs.
Here are some tips for spring cleaning your car:
Interior:
1. Remove all of the trash in your car
We all have old receipts and empty water bottles lying around our car. The first step is to remove all this junk. It’s amazing how much better the inside of your car will look when all of the trash is taken out. Be sure to move and check under all of the seats for hidden garbage.
2. Use a toothbrush to scrub away the dust in small crevices
Dust gathers in the vents, buttons and other small spaces in your car. With a fine bristled brush, this sitting dust can be swept away from all the nooks, crannies and crevices.
3. Vacuum your car thoroughly
Vacuuming is important for removing the settled dirt and dust. With the crevice tool of a vacuum, you can reach the dirt and crumbs sitting in the creases of your seat cushions. Also, don’t just vacuum your mats; lift them up to get at the hidden debris underneath. If you start with a stiff brush on your mats, you can loosen the dirt to make vacuuming easy and truly give them a deep clean.
4. Remove stains from your upholstery
It’s easy to get stains on your cloth upholstery; it’s not so easy to get them out. There are several store-bought and DIY cleaning solution options that will get troublesome stains out.
Exterior:
1. Wash your tires
When using a cleaning product on tires, it's best to use a non-acidic solution that won’t damage them. A stiff brush will scrape away caked on dirt and grime, while a toothbrush can scrub the smaller spaces.
2. A hand wash is the best wash
To avoid damaging your car and its paint, hand washing is the best way to clean up your car. It's vital that you use car wash products, as household soaps and detergents can also cause damage. Scrub gently but thoroughly with a sponge, rinse and wipe away the water with a squeegee and microfiber cloth. Letting your car air dry will often leave a white residue.
3. Be gentle on the windows
Most typical glass cleaners contain ammonia, which can damage car windows. Find an ammonia-free cleaning product and wipe spots away with a microfiber cloth to leave the glass streak-free.
These tips will leave your car with a brand new appearance, though that look can be achieved all year round with a regular routine of cleaning. While a deep clean isn’t required every week, giving your car a wash and vacuum is a good habit for car maintenance.
If you don’t have time for a thorough spring cleaning for your car, come in for a full detail at Camelback Toyota!
