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Old 07-25-08, 08:30 AM
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Default LS430 Leather Cleaner and Conditioner

what is the best brand of leather cleaner and conditioner to use on lexus seats? do i even need the cleaner or just use a damp rag?
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Once a month in the warmer months with Lexol PH cleaner and Zaino conditioner.
Old 07-25-08, 08:49 AM
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I use Lexol cleaner and Lexol conditioner.
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Zymol for me.
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Lexol for me as what the local dealer sells and recommends,, bought from autozone,,
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Leatherette. Leatherique or something like this works the best. Butter soft by the end
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Smile I use!!!

I use the cleaner and conditioner that the dealership sells and have for 10 years!
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I've been using LEXOL since 1994, on Mercedes and Lexus... Lexol keeps the leather looking natural.

Depends on how dirty it is, the cleaner is usually required. Otherwise, you would just be applying the conditioner on the old layer of preciously-applied conditioner. You need a bit of water when applying the cleaner. Wipe off completely, then apply the conditioner. The conditioner keeps the leather from going dry and crack in the long run.

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Old 07-28-08, 08:50 AM
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I'm wondering how to apply cleaner and condtioner when the car has seat-ventilation? There are hundreds of little holes in the leather. Do they get clogged by applying either one?
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Smile I dont have the answer to your question but.......

Originally Posted by irmichel
I'm wondering how to apply cleaner and condtioner when the car has seat-ventilation? There are hundreds of little holes in the leather. Do they get clogged by applying either one?
....I would suggest you ask someone in the service department or nyone with info at your local dealership. I dont want you messing up your seats. I understand why you asking because it would seem that the cleaner and the conditioner can get in the holes of seats of that type. All the best!

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Originally Posted by irmichel
I'm wondering how to apply cleaner and condtioner when the car has seat-ventilation? There are hundreds of little holes in the leather. Do they get clogged by applying either one?
I think if you apply multiple light layers with vacuuming in between you should be ok.
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I use Lexol and LOVE it. Works great. But you must definitely use both the cleaner and the conditioner separately.
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I too use the Lexol cleaner and conditioner, actually the same size as the image above Because of this thread, it reminds me to do it this weekend.
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Lexol here also,,

as for application just spread a thin layer out on the soft cloth you are using for application,, can use your hand,, as you continue to rub the cloth will clean the holes and continue to spread,, have used on many cars with no issues of any clogging,,

Derry
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