Foreign materials such
as
calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted
surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If
necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a
period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish
looking new by keeping your Geo garaged or covered
whenever possible.
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
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.
Special Care for Canvas Top and
Plastic
Windows
To
protect the canvas top:
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After you wash the vehicle, make sure the top is
completely dry before you open or remove it.
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Don’t get any vinyl cleaner on the vehicle’s painted
finish; it could leave streaks.
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Don’t go through automatic car washes; the canvas
top could be damaged.
The plastic windows are pliable and can be scratched
if
you don’t take these precautions when you clean them:
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Wipe off dust with a soft cotton cloth moistened with
clean, cool or lukewarm water. Don’t use a “dry”
cloth. Wipe in one direction only, not back and forth.
To
remove frost, snow
or
ice, use lukewarm water.
Don’t
use
a scraper or any de-icing fluids.
Wash the windows with a soft cloth and clean, cool
or lukewarm water. Never use a dry cloth, hot water,
strong soap or detergent, solvents or harsh cleaning
agents. Rinse thoroughly and wipe with a slightly
moist soft, clean cloth.
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