Instrument Cluster Scratch - Any suggestions?

[shagler]

I recently moved from '09 E64 to '14 F13 (CPO) and have loved the upgrade. The E64 was nicely equipped, but the F13 is positively loaded.

One thing that gets my attention every day is a very noticeable scratch across the lens of the (multifunction) instrument cluster. I have been doing some research and it appears there are lots of ways to make it worse. I thought I would solicit help from this group.

Any good suggestions on polishing or other means to remove, or at least, minimize the visibility of this scratch?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Steven

[Angry Ketchup]

Do you have a few pics of the problem area?

[shagler]

These photos should show the two larger scratches....

Again, any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Steven

[arucano]

Try ScratchX or Ultimate compound (Maguiar's) or similar scratch remover.

good luck

[shagler]

Originally Posted by arucano

Try ScratchX or Ultimate compound (Maguiar's) or similar scratch remover.

good luck

I have seen references to coatings on displays. I believe that it may have been reference to iDrive screen, not instrument cluster.

Any concerns about using this type of scratch remover on the instrument cluster?

Steven

[Angry Ketchup]

Originally Posted by shagler

I have seen references to coatings on displays. I believe that it may have been reference to iDrive screen, not instrument cluster.

Any concerns about using this type of scratch remover on the instrument cluster?

Steven

Good question, I'm curious to know as well.

I've had similar blemishes on past cars and only made them worse when I used various compounds.

[shagler]

After looking at responses and a bit more investigation, I found that Meguiar's PlastX (not ScratchX, as it is for paint finishes) was recommended on other sites.

A quick trip to the local auto supply store and quick polish per the instructions and I am quite pleased with the results. I see a bit of both scratches left over in the photo, but don't see them just looking at the instrument panel. I now know that this works and will re-do if I still see the scratches when driving around. Please note: This product appears to be for headlights and other plastics and specifically says not to use on Navigation Screens. Nav screens are the ones with anti-glare coatings that can be damaged if polished.

Thanks for the suggestions.

S
Here are the results:

[gmusquiz]

Originally Posted by shagler

After looking at responses and a bit more investigation, I found that Meguiar's PlastX (not ScratchX, as it is for paint finishes) was recommended on other sites.

A quick trip to the local auto supply store and quick polish per the instructions and I am quite pleased with the results. I see a bit of both scratches left over in the photo, but don't see them just looking at the instrument panel. I now know that this works and will re-do if I still see the scratches when driving around. Please note: This product appears to be for headlights and other plastics and specifically says not to use on Navigation Screens. Nav screens are the ones with anti-glare coatings that can be damaged if polished.

Thanks for the suggestions.

S
Here are the results:

Looks good and good to know!

[arucano]

Originally Posted by shagler

After looking at responses and a bit more investigation, I found that Meguiar's PlastX (not ScratchX, as it is for paint finishes) was recommended on other sites.

A quick trip to the local auto supply store and quick polish per the instructions and I am quite pleased with the results. I see a bit of both scratches left over in the photo, but don't see them just looking at the instrument panel. I now know that this works and will re-do if I still see the scratches when driving around. Please note: This product appears to be for headlights and other plastics and specifically says not to use on Navigation Screens. Nav screens are the ones with anti-glare coatings that can be damaged if polished.

Thanks for the suggestions.



S
Here are the results:

Sorry, my goof-up. I meant PlastX. Glad to see the results

[shagler]

Originally Posted by arucano

Sorry, my goof-up. I meant PlastX. Glad to see the results

No worries, arucana....your post put me on the right path. Overall, still very happy with the results.

Steven