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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 10:55 AM
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Pissed...

So, I pick up my '07 TL-S ASM from the dealer after it's tire rotation/oil change/air filter replacement. Car is running beautifully and I am happy

I decide to fill'er up with some gas since I'm at a quarter tank. I pull into the Mobil station and get out of my car. Immediately there is an overwhelming gas stench... almost nauseating... apparently, some numbnuts accidentally spilled gasoline allllll over the F***ing place. I get back in my car only to realize that i just managed to trail gasoline onto my floor mat/pedals/etc.
For the duration of my ride home I am over-powered by gas fumes.

When I arrive home, I take off the standard TL floor mat (naturally, i failed to put my winter mats in) and have tried cleaning it. Armor-all upholstery cleaner did nothing(I used a ton of it, too). My next thought it to throw it in the washing machine... anyone have any better ideas?

-Nick
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 11:36 AM
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Try some Resolve on the interior parts and a mixture of detergent/water on the mats. Be generous. Saturate the area and rinse clean.
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 11:40 AM
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just let it air out. the gasoline will evaporate.
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by andrew070489
just let it air out. the gasoline will evaporate.
That and febreze
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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burn it...

haha. jk..

i have a car wash near my place that always cleans and shampoos my mats for $5...
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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 11:11 PM
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hose it off well, then get a bit of the water off with your hands, then let dry
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