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Clean Dust From Instrument Panel Without Scratching

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by charles.headlee, May 26, 2019.

  1. May 26, 2019 at 12:42 PM
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    1911tex

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    Correct! Aviation lesson one...don't ever use paper to clean or wipe the windshield or windows, ever...ever!
     
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  2. May 26, 2019 at 2:54 PM
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    r1200gs4ok

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    if it is scratched bad, just buy new for $23 and be more careful nextime
     
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  3. May 26, 2019 at 8:13 PM
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    I wonder if yall had luck with a keyboard gel/putty/etc?
     
  4. May 26, 2019 at 11:50 PM
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    I use a Swiffer also. Just dust with it
     
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  5. May 26, 2019 at 11:57 PM
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    Plexus Plastic Cleaner / Polish with an eyeglasses type rag, no new scratches (pre delivery dealer detail guy f**ked that up for me).
     
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    I have dust inside the instrument cluster, dust that is sticking to the gauges and center display. How can I clean this out?
     
  7. Dec 22, 2023 at 1:38 AM
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    Baby diaper won't scratch the lens, use a dab of Vaseline and polish till it's clear.
     
  8. Dec 23, 2023 at 5:10 AM
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    STrooper

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    You need to remove the entire cluster and the clear plastic afterwards to clean the inside carefully.
     
  9. Dec 23, 2023 at 7:53 AM
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    small size california duster
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