cleaning

Hi, Is it possible to disassemble the power window, seat heating and hazard switches (mounted in the console) of an '86-89 SL for cleaning? I removed the switches from the console, but they seem to be completely sealed. Does anyone know how to open the switch and access the bulbs inside...

Hi All just want to share with you one of my many hobbies is cleaning cars take a look and family and friends cars I have cleaned. Instead Of Posting All My Pictures View The Link Below http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.439624919605.228472.503274605&l=8dfb7fb280 I will then post on...

Does anyone have any tips for cleaning the screen on my Comand. The screen looks like it is very lightly scratched, probably due to someone using a slightly abrasive cloth, and can only be seen against a dark background and when the Comand screen is off. The dealer recommended Brasso but I am...

As the title. How to clean dirty, oil-stained and in some parts slightly whitened alloy engine castings? Is there a magic bullet without the vapour blasting technique? Some bits I simply can't take off the engine.

Just saw this in my facebook news feed from Swissvax of all companys. Starts at 8pm and they do the 'Gadget Valet' with a few Hollyoaks babes ;) :bannana: Swissvax apparantly supplied them with a few products but they don't know if they'll feature or not, guess you'll have to watch to find out...

Hi guys i have autoglym metal polish which is great for the most part of cleaning the tail pipe trims but on one pipe on the inner edge i have black deposits that are hard to remove with metal polish and cloth. Does anybody have a better way to get that off without scratching? Thanks,Andy.

Need to clean seat belt and cream interior parts wat too use ??

I have ntg 2.5 (in the boot) can I put a laser cleaning disc in the unit & just switch the nav on, or is there a special procedure for cleaning the sat nav. At the same time I would clean the disc. Thanks.

I have a beige interior, which is a challenge to keep clean. I generally manage it, but I have not found a way of getting the seat-belts looking really clean. Have tried carpet/upholstery cleaner, but nothing seems to bring them up quite right. Has anyone found anything particularly effective on...

If you are detailing your car this could be a way to clean your arches. :D No parking ... especially when a manhole erupts!

Hi all, does anyone have any DIY instructions on how to remove the throttle body and clean it? I did search around but found nothing useful for a clk 430. Thanks Maani

Does anyone have a favourite product for cleaning the soft velour interior panels such as, window pillars, sun visors, door cards etc.? What are folks opinions on Yellow Carnauba wax?

Has anyone taken one out and given it a clean, along with the pipework ?? How easy is it to get the intercooler out ?? did you notice any difference afterwards ??

Any tips on a good product to use, have tried ordinary upholstery cleaner with not much success.....:(

Hi, The dirt has been stuck on for I'm not sure how long, and I want to get it off. I last tried Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner, and even that didn't rid everything. What's a good product that will remove caked on dirt without damaging the wheels? Also that minimising elbow work! Thanks, R

Hi there all, Last week I found some time to give my baby a good clean: First I rinsed it down with a hose, washed it with maguires shampoo (not quite got to the two bucket method yet!), Dried with a good microfibre (one of my best ever buys, dries the car in seconds), Clayed with...

What are the best products for cleaning and protecting the black panoramic roof on an E350 coupe? Do I need to lubricate the runners at the side?

Hi, How do you guys spruce up your leather seats?? My car has overall very well kept leather but the drivers seat which I guess is the most used has a dirty look and that glazed look that I hear about. Is there a way I can clean it to be as good as new?? What chemical or method do you guys...

What do you guys do to maintain a clean engine bay. Mine was like new when I bought it but now has dust etc over the engine covers, inner wings etc. Nothing major, but what's the best way to remove it and keep it clean? Thanks,

Can members please tell me how they clean their headlight lenses, in both summer and winter conditions? This is a bit of work related research. I'm not after the best method, just what you do :) Many thanks.