Sponsored

CZaugg

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
Curtis
Joined
Oct 12, 2021
Threads
29
Messages
440
Reaction score
479
Location
Rio Rancho, NM
Vehicle(s)
2023 Maverick Lariat Hybrid, 2021 Toyota Venza
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
For those of you in Maverick Land who have or will be getting the Lariat Lux Maverick with the ActiveX Seats be careful how you clean the seats. ActiveX may resemble leather but is quite different and needs to be treated differently from leather and cloth seats. This is NOT leather and do NOT use a scrub brush to clean it and do NOT condition with leather conditioner.

How To Clean ActiveX Seats?
Knowing that ActiveX comprises high-end synthetic materials, you need to use the proper cleaning methods and products. Contrary to popular opinion, vinyl also needs to be cleaned.

Even if ActiveX is resistant to stains, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be cleaned. Regular cleaning ensures these seats look neat and last longer.

Unlike leather, ActiveX doesn’t need to be conditioned. And you should keep off harmful chemicals that may eat through the material.

Only use soft sponges and clothes when cleaning ActiveX to avoid scratching it. Also, avoid cleaners that contain abrasives.

You don’t need any special cleaning agents. Water and ordinary soap should do the trick. In instances when there are a lot of stains, you may have better luck with ammonia.

Cleaning these seats is simple and quick. Mix soap and water in a bucket. Using a sponge, clean the seats. Ensure that every surface is clean.

Dry them with a wet towel and give the ActiveX some time to dry before sitting on it. Only do this when performing deep cleaning. During regular washes, wiping the ActiveX with a damp cloth is enough.

  • As important as cleaning is, you should also know how to maintain your ActiveX seats. Here are some maintenance tips;
  • Whenever you are not using your car for a long time, cover the seats with a dry cloth.
  • Park your vehicle under a shade. This will help avoid exposing the ActiveX to sunrays which may cause fading of the seats.
  • Vacuum the seats regularly to remove the buildup of debris and dust.
  • Always ensure your seats are clean. Get rid of stains as soon as you spot them. This contributes to ensuring the ActiveX looks better for longer. Don’t forget to set aside some time to give the seats a deep cleanse every once in a while.
I encourage you to do a web search on "ActiveX" which has some interesting information on this product. I wish I did before buying a supply of leather cleaner and conditioner. I got a good supply when it was on sale. Sorry I did that now. Hopefully the above information will help you keep your seats in good condition for many years.
Sponsored

 

Hardening2753

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
Joined
Jul 30, 2022
Threads
17
Messages
938
Reaction score
716
Location
USA
Vehicle(s)
Ford Maverick Hybrid
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
Clubs
 
For those of you in Maverick Land who have or will be getting the Lariat Lux Maverick with the ActiveX Seats be careful how you clean the seats. ActiveX may resemble leather but is quite different and needs to be treated differently from leather and cloth seats. This is NOT leather and do NOT use a scrub brush to clean it and do NOT condition with leather conditioner.

How To Clean ActiveX Seats?
Knowing that ActiveX comprises high-end synthetic materials, you need to use the proper cleaning methods and products. Contrary to popular opinion, vinyl also needs to be cleaned.

Even if ActiveX is resistant to stains, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be cleaned. Regular cleaning ensures these seats look neat and last longer.

Unlike leather, ActiveX doesn’t need to be conditioned. And you should keep off harmful chemicals that may eat through the material.

Only use soft sponges and clothes when cleaning ActiveX to avoid scratching it. Also, avoid cleaners that contain abrasives.

You don’t need any special cleaning agents. Water and ordinary soap should do the trick. In instances when there are a lot of stains, you may have better luck with ammonia.

Cleaning these seats is simple and quick. Mix soap and water in a bucket. Using a sponge, clean the seats. Ensure that every surface is clean.

Dry them with a wet towel and give the ActiveX some time to dry before sitting on it. Only do this when performing deep cleaning. During regular washes, wiping the ActiveX with a damp cloth is enough.

  • As important as cleaning is, you should also know how to maintain your ActiveX seats. Here are some maintenance tips;
  • Whenever you are not using your car for a long time, cover the seats with a dry cloth.
  • Park your vehicle under a shade. This will help avoid exposing the ActiveX to sunrays which may cause fading of the seats.
  • Vacuum the seats regularly to remove the buildup of debris and dust.
  • Always ensure your seats are clean. Get rid of stains as soon as you spot them. This contributes to ensuring the ActiveX looks better for longer. Don’t forget to set aside some time to give the seats a deep cleanse every once in a while.
I encourage you to do a web search on "ActiveX" which has some interesting information on this product. I wish I did before buying a supply of leather cleaner and conditioner. I got a good supply when it was on sale. Sorry I did that now. Hopefully the above information will help you keep your seats in good condition for many years.
Excellent write up. This is the kind of work that makes people appreciate their trucks more
 

Redneck Garage

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
David
Joined
Aug 26, 2021
Threads
44
Messages
1,357
Reaction score
2,161
Location
Franklin TN
Website
www.theredneckgarage.com
Vehicle(s)
10 Wrangler 22 Lexus 22 Maverick 23 Maverick
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
Clubs
 
Unlike leather, ActiveX doesn’t need to be conditioned. And you should keep off harmful chemicals that may eat through the material.
Not sure where this "fact" came from. Pleather is subject to heat, cold, UV Rays, so using a good conditioner always helps. One specifically designed for the vinyl leather is

Mothers 06524 VLR VinylLeatherRubber Care, 24 oz

Mothers VLR works really well to clean and protect the Active X seats.

Ford Maverick ActiveX Seats -- How to clean / care / maintain in the Maverick vlr_
 

Grey Ghost 22

2.0L EcoBoost
Member
Joined
Feb 2, 2022
Threads
0
Messages
22
Reaction score
21
Location
Tampa FL
Vehicle(s)
Ford Escape, Ranger, Taurus
Engine
2.0L EcoBoost
Clubs
 
Appreciate you sharing the info. Thank you for the heads up.
 

Sponsored

OP
OP
CZaugg

CZaugg

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
Curtis
Joined
Oct 12, 2021
Threads
29
Messages
440
Reaction score
479
Location
Rio Rancho, NM
Vehicle(s)
2023 Maverick Lariat Hybrid, 2021 Toyota Venza
Engine
2.5L Hybrid

NewBernWolf

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
Lynda
Joined
Aug 5, 2021
Threads
0
Messages
596
Reaction score
953
Location
New Bern, NC
Vehicle(s)
2017 Prius
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
For those of you in Maverick Land who have or will be getting the Lariat Lux Maverick with the ActiveX Seats be careful how you clean the seats. ActiveX may resemble leather but is quite different and needs to be treated differently from leather and cloth seats. This is NOT leather and do NOT use a scrub brush to clean it and do NOT condition with leather conditioner.

How To Clean ActiveX Seats?
Knowing that ActiveX comprises high-end synthetic materials, you need to use the proper cleaning methods and products. Contrary to popular opinion, vinyl also needs to be cleaned.

Even if ActiveX is resistant to stains, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be cleaned. Regular cleaning ensures these seats look neat and last longer.

Unlike leather, ActiveX doesn’t need to be conditioned. And you should keep off harmful chemicals that may eat through the material.

Only use soft sponges and clothes when cleaning ActiveX to avoid scratching it. Also, avoid cleaners that contain abrasives.

You don’t need any special cleaning agents. Water and ordinary soap should do the trick. In instances when there are a lot of stains, you may have better luck with ammonia.

Cleaning these seats is simple and quick. Mix soap and water in a bucket. Using a sponge, clean the seats. Ensure that every surface is clean.

Dry them with a wet towel and give the ActiveX some time to dry before sitting on it. Only do this when performing deep cleaning. During regular washes, wiping the ActiveX with a damp cloth is enough.

  • As important as cleaning is, you should also know how to maintain your ActiveX seats. Here are some maintenance tips;
  • Whenever you are not using your car for a long time, cover the seats with a dry cloth.
  • Park your vehicle under a shade. This will help avoid exposing the ActiveX to sunrays which may cause fading of the seats.
  • Vacuum the seats regularly to remove the buildup of debris and dust.
  • Always ensure your seats are clean. Get rid of stains as soon as you spot them. This contributes to ensuring the ActiveX looks better for longer. Don’t forget to set aside some time to give the seats a deep cleanse every once in a while.
I encourage you to do a web search on "ActiveX" which has some interesting information on this product. I wish I did before buying a supply of leather cleaner and conditioner. I got a good supply when it was on sale. Sorry I did that now. Hopefully the above information will help you keep your seats in good condition for many years.
My spouse and I both have fake leather seats, and we just wipe them off with baby wipes. ActiveX (Ford) and Softex (Toyota) aren't all that fragile. Just wipe them with a damp towel or baby wipes and move on.
 
OP
OP
CZaugg

CZaugg

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
Curtis
Joined
Oct 12, 2021
Threads
29
Messages
440
Reaction score
479
Location
Rio Rancho, NM
Vehicle(s)
2023 Maverick Lariat Hybrid, 2021 Toyota Venza
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
For those of you in Maverick Land who have or will be getting the Lariat Lux Maverick with the ActiveX Seats be careful how you clean the seats. ActiveX may resemble leather but is quite different and needs to be treated differently from leather and cloth seats. This is NOT leather and do NOT use a scrub brush to clean it and do NOT condition with leather conditioner.

How To Clean ActiveX Seats?
Knowing that ActiveX comprises high-end synthetic materials, you need to use the proper cleaning methods and products. Contrary to popular opinion, vinyl also needs to be cleaned.

Even if ActiveX is resistant to stains, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be cleaned. Regular cleaning ensures these seats look neat and last longer.

Unlike leather, ActiveX doesn’t need to be conditioned. And you should keep off harmful chemicals that may eat through the material.

Only use soft sponges and clothes when cleaning ActiveX to avoid scratching it. Also, avoid cleaners that contain abrasives.

You don’t need any special cleaning agents. Water and ordinary soap should do the trick. In instances when there are a lot of stains, you may have better luck with ammonia.

Cleaning these seats is simple and quick. Mix soap and water in a bucket. Using a sponge, clean the seats. Ensure that every surface is clean.

Dry them with a wet towel and give the ActiveX some time to dry before sitting on it. Only do this when performing deep cleaning. During regular washes, wiping the ActiveX with a damp cloth is enough.

  • As important as cleaning is, you should also know how to maintain your ActiveX seats. Here are some maintenance tips;
  • Whenever you are not using your car for a long time, cover the seats with a dry cloth.
  • Park your vehicle under a shade. This will help avoid exposing the ActiveX to sunrays which may cause fading of the seats.
  • Vacuum the seats regularly to remove the buildup of debris and dust.
  • Always ensure your seats are clean. Get rid of stains as soon as you spot them. This contributes to ensuring the ActiveX looks better for longer. Don’t forget to set aside some time to give the seats a deep cleanse every once in a while.
I encourage you to do a web search on "ActiveX" which has some interesting information on this product. I wish I did before buying a supply of leather cleaner and conditioner. I got a good supply when it was on sale. Sorry I did that now. Hopefully the above information will help you keep your seats in good condition for many years.
IMPORTANT UPDATE ! ! !
After posting this information I did further research and discovered that using ammonia for stubborn stains is NOT advisable. This can cause fading and can cause damage to the ActiveX material. In place of ammonia, recommend consumable vinegar mixed 1:1 ratio with water. Don't scrub material. Use microfiber cloth to clean.
 

Johnkn

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
Joined
Jan 19, 2022
Threads
56
Messages
1,879
Reaction score
2,554
Location
MD
Vehicle(s)
22 TRX, Viper, 66 Shelby, 68.5 CJ Mustang, Pantera
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
Pro tip for cleaning leather or faux leather interior.

A mild dilution of Woolite and water, work in as needed with a brunch or toothbrush, and wipe off. Results are perfect. It will not harm the seats.

The white leather seats in my wife’s car look like the day I purchased it.

.
 

Gullzway

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
Joined
Dec 17, 2021
Threads
16
Messages
1,518
Reaction score
1,642
Location
OK
Vehicle(s)
1968 Ford Mustang Fastback
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
My spouse and I both have fake leather seats, and we just wipe them off with baby wipes. ActiveX (Ford) and Softex (Toyota) aren't all that fragile. Just wipe them with a damp towel or baby wipes and move on.
Same here with my Lariat Lux. I've literally done nothing to them in almost a year of owning it and they look and feel like they did when I bought it.
 
Sponsored

fossil

2.0L EcoBoost
Well-known member
First Name
ernie
Joined
Aug 23, 2020
Threads
41
Messages
2,636
Reaction score
4,280
Location
ohio
Vehicle(s)
95 SVT Cobra Mustang, HPR Lariat Tremor
Engine
2.0L EcoBoost
seats, bed cover, interior/exterior plastic trim, decals. spray on microfiber tower, wipe on/wipe off.
UV protection, matte finish and not slippery.

Ford Maverick ActiveX Seats -- How to clean / care / maintain in the Maverick 303
 

Redneck Garage

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
David
Joined
Aug 26, 2021
Threads
44
Messages
1,357
Reaction score
2,161
Location
Franklin TN
Website
www.theredneckgarage.com
Vehicle(s)
10 Wrangler 22 Lexus 22 Maverick 23 Maverick
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
Clubs
 
recommend consumable vinegar mixed 1:1 ratio with water. Don't scrub material. Use microfiber cloth to clean.
Gross. There are many commercial products made for the interior pleather that don't smell like vinegar and actually clean and protect the vinyl.
 

fossil

2.0L EcoBoost
Well-known member
First Name
ernie
Joined
Aug 23, 2020
Threads
41
Messages
2,636
Reaction score
4,280
Location
ohio
Vehicle(s)
95 SVT Cobra Mustang, HPR Lariat Tremor
Engine
2.0L EcoBoost
Gross. There are many commercial products made for the interior pleather that don't smell like vinegar and actually clean and protect the vinyl.
lol, makes me want french fries from the fair.
to be fair vinegar is a pretty good cleaner, great for windows and the odor doesn't last.
 

Redneck Garage

2.5L Hybrid
Well-known member
First Name
David
Joined
Aug 26, 2021
Threads
44
Messages
1,357
Reaction score
2,161
Location
Franklin TN
Website
www.theredneckgarage.com
Vehicle(s)
10 Wrangler 22 Lexus 22 Maverick 23 Maverick
Engine
2.5L Hybrid
Clubs
 
lol, makes me want french fries from the fair.
to be fair vinegar is a pretty good cleaner, great for windows and the odor doesn't last.
Im not going to clean my interior with Summers Eve. ;)
 

fossil

2.0L EcoBoost
Well-known member
First Name
ernie
Joined
Aug 23, 2020
Threads
41
Messages
2,636
Reaction score
4,280
Location
ohio
Vehicle(s)
95 SVT Cobra Mustang, HPR Lariat Tremor
Engine
2.0L EcoBoost
 




Top