Get Rid of Turtle Wax

Maintenance/Repairs
1

I recently washed my car and later waxed it with Turtle Wax for protection. Unfortunately I also waxed some of the black plastic parts like the bumper and antenna. The plastic is a little porous and the wax filled in the pores - in white of course.
I tried hard to wipe that out and also a “plastic black” spray, but to no effect.

How do I get rid of the wax?

2

I would try ammonia in an inconspicuous spot. If you can’t find an inconspicuous spot. apply some Turtle wax to the underneath of the bumper.

3

You might try a solvent, like Opps or lighter fluid. Better test any areas to make sure it doesn’t harm the plastic. Another idea is bug and tar removing products.

4

Rubbing alcohol will remove the wax.

Tester

5

I’ve used Armor All to correct this mistake. It works. And it has no alcohol to attack the rubber.

6

Try household ammonia first. If that doesn’t work, go through each of the above suggestions. Let us know.

7

“Rescue Trim Restorer” http://www.ppcbest.com/rescue_trim.htm works great for that.

8

BACK TO BLACK has worked for me. It was sold at one of the McParts stores.

9

Try a little mineral spirits (paint thinner) or a cleaning solvent like “Prep-Sol” which is used to remove wax and polish before a surface is painted…