Care of Safety
Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do
not bleach or dye safety belts.
If
you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate
protection. Clean safety belts only with mild
soap and lukewarm water.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. See
Part
D:
Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page
6-15.
Cleaning the
Outside
of
Your
Vehicle
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of
color,
gloss
retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish
is
to keep
it
clean by washing
it
often with lukewarm or cold
water.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps
or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle
well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get
GM
approved cleaning products from your dealer.
See GM
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
on
page
5-93.
Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum
based, or that contain acid or abrasives.
All
cleaning
agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed
to
dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish
with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to
avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
Cleaning Exterior LampdLenses
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car
washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”
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