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Ask any jeep owner and he’ll tell you that his vehicle is his pride, so it’s important to keep it clean. As jeeps are not enclosed like a traditional car and they often traverse off-road, the interiors tend to get dirtier. Besides the dirt from the road, sticky fingers spilled juices, and food crumbs also add to the woe. I know many people out there are often baffled by the question ‘how to clean jeep cloth seats’. So, I would suggest that you first vacuum clean the jeep interior to get rid of any dust, debris, and food particles. Next, you may use a good quality liquid cleaner to clean the cloth seats thoroughly. However, given the fact that these are cloth seats, you need to be careful when treating any fabric with a liquid cleaner. Read on as I have explained step by step how to clean the jeep seats correctly. I have also included important tips and advice on how to clean the remaining part of the jeep. Steps To Clean Jeep Cloth Seats When you want the interiors of your jeep to look as good as new, all you need to do is maintain it well and clean up any spills instantly. You must also bear in mind that various types of seat covers need different cleaning tools and methods, so always check the Wrangler’s user manual before moving ahead with the task. Step 1: Use a good vacuum cleaner Make vacuuming a part of your regular cleaning routine to keep the jeep seats clean and free of any dust particles or debris. Sometimes, even if the little ones or pets do not cause any havoc, the cloth seats still become dirty over time. Thus, regular vacuuming is a necessary aspect of jeep maintenance. This is an important step when you need to do spot-treatment to remove the stains from your jeep cloth seats. You need to initially vacuum the car seats to remove any dirt or dust from the surface of the seat. Step 2: Do a quick spot Test If you are planning to do a full cleaning of the jeep cloth seats, we suggest that you first run a spot test using the cleaning product of choice. Apply the cleaner on a small part of upholstery and check if it causes any damage. If there are no damages, go ahead and use it on your jeep cloth. If you see distressing signs on your Jeep Wrangler interior, we suggest that you immediately replace the cleaner with some other brand. Step 3: Apply the cleaning solution You must use a good quality cleaning solution to remove the tough stains on your jeep cloth seats. After vacuum cleaning, you need to apply a good quality fabric cleaning solution. You must be careful about not using any standard household cleaning solutions as they might not work well on cloth. We suggest that you use liquid cleaning solutions that are specially intended for fabric, to get the best results. If there are stains on the fabric, spray lightly on that area and then use an interior brush to scrub out the stain. When done, use a clean towel to wipe the area, and then vacuum again. Another method to clean the jeep cloth seats is to dip the sponge in the liquid cleaner and scrub on the seats. However, you must be careful to ensure that the fabric does not get over soaked in the process because the drying process may become longer in that case. Homemade cleaning solution You may create your own homemade fabric cleaning solution using readily available kitchen items like baking soda. You just need to mix two tablespoons of the baking soda powder in a cup of warm water to get an even solution. Now, dip the toothbrush in this solution and work on the stains to get rid of them. Step 5: Add the final touch After thoroughly cleaning the jeep cloth seats, we suggest that you take a piece of cloth, soak in cold water, and wipe to remove any excess dust and grime. A good way to protect your jeep seats from getting dust and debris from on/ off-road is to invest in a good quality seat cover. 3 Recommended Liquid Cleaners For Jeep Cloth Seats #1. Mothers 05424 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner This environment-friendly liquid cleaner (see Amazon) helps to loosen the soil's attachment to the fabric fibers to get rid of the stains. The pH-balanced formula helps to free contaminants that are trapped in the pile of fabrics and suspend them for easy removal. After applying this carpet and upholstery cleaner, you just need to rub the spot with a damp towel or use a brush to remove the stubborn dirt and stains. If required, you may retreat the spot with the same solution until it comes clean. This product works on vinyl, velour, sheepskin, carpet, and other home use. #2. Meguiar's G9719 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner This is yet another carpet and upholstery cleaning product from the house of Meguiar. Due to its professional-strength formula, the liquid cleaner is capable of cleaning fabric and easily removing the stains and odors from your jeep’s cloth seats and carpet. The product comprises of fast-acting foam that penetrates the fabric and dissolves stains from the bottom-up to get a thorough cleaning. As a dual-purpose sprayer, it helps in treating stubborn stains and also performs general cleaning. It dries quickly without leaving any residue. #3. CarGuys Super Cleaner - Effective All-Purpose Cleaner If you want to go chemical-free when taking care of your jeep cloth seats, we recommend the CarGuys Super Cleaner. This is an effective all-purpose multi-surface product that works on almost every interior or exterior surface except for delicate instruments and glass items. This safe water-based polymer formula can be used on leather, fabric, canvas, vinyl, tree sap, wood trim, and much more. Unlike the inferior products, it does not leave any gloss or residue behind. It only leaves behind a clean and new like finish on the surface. Tips To Keep Jeep Interiors Clean Besides cleaning the jeep cloth seats, you will also need to take care of other aspects of the interiors that need maintenance. Here are a few things that you can follow or keep in mind to have good-smelling and clean interiors. Spilled beverages, mud, and grime can make your jeep interiors smell musty. We recommend that you use an air freshener to lock the bad odor and make the atmosphere more pleasing.Resist your temptation of snacking inside the Jeep as this will inevitably result in crumbs that seep into the crevices of the vehicle. If you must eat during the ride, do so responsibly.We suggest that you install some jeep upgrades such as overhead organizers and floor liners to keep the jeep interiors tidy and easy to clean. You may increase storage capacity with tailgate kits and backpack.Use floor mats to protect the jeep carpet, which is an important part of your vehicle interiors. This can prevent everyday wear and tear from stones, dirt, and other debris.Clean your jeep dashboard with a bowl filled with water and a few drops of liquid soap. Take a soft microfiber cloth, dampen it and rub it against the dashboard to keep it clean. Related Questions Is it a good idea to run a Jeep through a carwash Using an automatic car wash service to clean a Jeep soft-top is not a good idea. The chemical cleaners and dirty brushes can easily ruin the plastic windows and the top. So, we suggest that you use a touchless car wash instead to keep your jeep clean. Can I use vinegar to clean jeep cloth seats Yes, we suggest that you use white distilled vinegar to prepare a homemade fabric cleaner. To make the solution, mix 250 ml of vinegar, 4 liters of hot water, and a few drops of dish soap. Dab a sponge or brush in this mixture and clean the dirty areas. Rinse with clean water. 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