Service and Appearance Care
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass,
because they may cause scratches. Avoid
placing decals on the inside rear window,
since they
may
have to be scraped off
later.
If
abrasive cleaners are used on the
inside
of
the rear window, an electric
defogger element may be damaged.
Any
temporary license should not be attached
across
the
defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside
of
the Windshield
and Wiper Blades
If
the windshield is not clear after using
the windshield washer, or
if
the wiper
blade chatters when running, wax or other
material may be on the blade
or
windshield.
Clean
the
outside
of
the windshield
with
GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami
Powder@
(GM
Part
No.
105001
1).
The
windshield is clean
if
beads do not form
when you rinse
it
with
water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously
with
a
cloth soaked
in
full
strength
windshield washer solvent. Then rinse
the
blade
with
water.
Wiper blades should be checked on a
regular basis and replaced when worn.
Cleaning the Outside
of
Your
Geo
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. Don’t use strong soaps or
chemical detergents. Use liquid hand,
dish or car washing (mild detergent)
soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents
that
are petroleum based, or 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
a
100%
cotton towel
to
avoid surface
scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause
water to enter your vehicle.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing
of
your Geo may be necessary to remove
residue from the paint finish. You can get
GM
approved cleaning products from
your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and
Materials”
in
the
Index.)
Your Geo has a “basecoat/clearcoat” pain
finish. The clearcoat gives more depth
and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always
use waxes and polishes that are
non-abrasive and made for a
basecoatfclearcoat paint
finish.
NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive
polishing on a basecoatfclearcoat
paint finish may dull the finish or
leave swirl marks.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned
regularly to keep their luster. Washing
with
water is all that
is
usually needed.
However, you may use GM Chrome
Polish
on
chrome or stainless steel trim,
if
necessary.
Use special care
with
aluminum
trim.
To
avoid damaging protective
trim,
never
use auto or chrome polish, steam or
caustic soap to clean
aluminum.
A
coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is
recommended for
all.
bright metal parts.
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