2017~2025 Cleaner for dash?

[Dmn72019]

What can I use to clean the dash?

 

[SBMongoos]

Depends on your needs. I rarely need a spray-on cleaner and found here, some time ago, that the Swiffer dusters work well for getting dust and the like. My dash had a sort of tacky feel to it making it hard to clean. The Swiffer duster works great.

 

[Dmn72019]

Thanks it is just to clean the dust. I have used other auto cleaners. Which just worked ok. I was concerned of that tacky feeling the dash has.

 

[sm1ke]

If it's just dust, you shouldn't need anything more than a Swiffer duster as mentioned. I clean my dash with a duster, then follow with a microfiber sprayed with some 303 Aerospace Protectant for some UV protection and to deepen the colors a bit. Works great for me.

Marring the dash was a big concern on some vehicles like Lexus' 2nd generation IS250. The material was soft, and if the car was left in the sun in a hot climate (like Arizona), the dash could "melt" enough that touching it would leave a permanent mark. Some newer Lexus dashboards use a soft material that scuffs very easily (similar to the way piano black scratches very easily). As far as I know, the CX-5 doesn't have either of these issues.

 

[Jman136]

I just use a swiffer duster on my CX-5. Has always worked well for me.

 

[Sig cx-5]

I've been using 303 Aerospace Protectant in my boat and vehicles for almost 20 years. Best product out there for your dash.

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[erhayes]

I use 303 in my dash and door vinyl.

 

[Dmn72019]

Where can you buy 303 products ?

 

[sm1ke]

Where can you buy 303 products ?

There are some online vendors (autogeek.net, or eshine.ca if you're in Canada). Some local boating/marine supply stores will also carry it. Maybe stores like Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops as well. I may have seen 303 products in my local Canadian Tire as well, but it may have just been something that looked similar at a glance..

 

[CX5_Driver]

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[msalvetti]

What about the interior A-pillars? In my 2021 the interior is black, but the A-pillars are white, and appear to be a cloth that is glued to the hard surface underneath. How do folks clean those? I realize this isn't the dash, but this is the first car I've had where the A-pillars are different than the dash.

 

[sm1ke]

What about the interior A-pillars? In my 2021 the interior is black, but the A-pillars are white, and appear to be a cloth that is glued to the hard surface underneath. How do folks clean those? I realize this isn't the dash, but this is the first car I've had where the A-pillars are different than the dash.

My A-pillars are black, but if they were white, I'd first try a solution of a mild laundry detergent like Woolite mixed with water, something like 1:4 ratio to start. Mix up the solution, then use a soft-bristled brush to apply solution and agitate the surface gently, then blot away the excess with a clean, dry towel and let it air dry. I bought a baby hair brush specifically to clean the headliner, but with black, I can usually just use a wet microfiber to remove light dirt/fingerprints. Of course, always test the solution in an inconspicuous area first to make sure it's safe to use.

 

[Sacandagadan]

The original California Duster. They have a mini version, works great to dust interior, then follow up with 303 Spray on a microfiber cloth or micro covered detailing pad/sponge, wipe on, finish beer, wipe off..