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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 02:08 PM
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I took advantage of owning a hatchback and picked up a motor that was clearly not fully drained, and about a quart of oil leaked out. The foam under the seats sponged up a lot of it yet some found its way under my carpeting. Any advice on cleaning up?
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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 04:07 PM
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brake clean
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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 04:56 PM
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Royal Purple or Greased Lighting along with a good wet/dry vac Bissell Green Machine.

Follow dilution instructions according to the back of the bottle.
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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 07:35 PM
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greased lightning x2, that stuff lifts grease off like nothing
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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 12:52 PM
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I got the oil out of the carpets and padding but the foam seating will not let go of it. I think I'm going to have to do without until I find a rear seat for grabs. Thanks for the help.
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