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Oct 24, 2011 | 07:53 AM

#26

nlieber

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cl500 2001

I think the "gummy feeling" to the buttons happens when windex or similar cleaner is used on the buttons. It breaks down whatever coating is on them from the factory.

Oct 25, 2011 | 01:41 AM

#27

240M3SRT

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From: Dallas

CL 600

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baby ///M3

With sticky steering wheel button issues, I did some research on the forum and found that WD-40 is the most effective agent for remedy.

Supposedly, these buttons are covered with some kind of protective film that's prone to melt in hotter temp. WD-40 removes the film and makes these buttons feel brand new again. At least that's how mine look/feel like after I was done wiping the sticky stuff out of the way with it.

Good luck!

Jon

Darn, i wish i would have tried wd40 first. I used rubbing alcohol thinking it was about as mild as it gets. I even made sure to put masking tape on the airbag cover right near the buttons so it wouldnt stain it. The alcohol worked fine at removing the sticky residue at first, but then it went right through the black paint and exposed the white plastic underneath.

Oct 25, 2011 | 09:18 AM

#28

mf219

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From: Western New York, USA

2004 CL500

simple soap & water probably would have worked

Sep 6, 2015 | 10:26 PM

#29

ajr62

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CL600

happens as a natural deterioration of the material used for and/or on the buttons. goo gone works really well to dislodge the goo. i followed up with 91% isopropyl alcohol and the goo gone and the goo came off easily. typical 70% alcohol sold in drug stores won't work, needs to be 90+%, also can be purchased at the drug store. now good as new!

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