Cleaning dash harness, what should i use?

[lime73]

I have removed my dash harness to repaint dash. I would like to clean up my dash wiring harness since i cant afford to buy a new one($599.00 a little steep).  My question is what should i clean the harness with , I don't want to damage or further dry out any of the wires or connections. Just soap and water?  Thanks and Happy Holidays to all

[CHL2T]

I'm assuming you just mean the dust/ dirt that has acumulated on the harness, so I would say to use some sort of cleaning wipes followed by a wipe down with a damp rag. then you can freshen up the wrap from there with some new stuff.
I would stay away from the full on washing with soap and water 

[Bullitt-]

I've cleaned lots of stuff like weatherstrip, plastics, including wires with mineral spirits with no apparent harm but you may wipe off some ink printing. 

[FY1 RT SE]

I have removed my dash harness to repaint dash. I would like to clean up my dash wiring harness since i cant afford to buy a new one($599.00 a little steep).  My question is what should i clean the harness with , I don't want to damage or further dry out any of the wires or connections. Just soap and water?  Thanks and Happy Holidays to all

Get a big bucket and soak it overnight using ORIGINAL Dawn dish detergent.

To do it correctly, the wrap should be removed, then soaked, dried and then rerapped. 

[72cudamaan]

Electronic cleaner in a spray can also works really good.  And it evaporates quickly.

[73EStroker]

Use a product called Electrosol. Should be available at electrical parts wholesalers or most hardware stores. Doesn't damage anything electrical except keep it away from electronic circuit boards.

[Tonefiend]

To clean contacts you could use some Deodxit D5.  It works wonders on my vintage hi fi gear and tube amps.