Cadillac 2014 SRX Owner's Manual page 321

10-80 Vehicle Care
Caution
Machine compounding or
aggressive polishing on a base
coat/clear coat paint finish may
damage it. Use only non-abrasive
waxes and polishes that are
made for a base coat/clear coat
paint finish on the vehicle.
To keep the paint finish looking new,
keep the vehicle garaged or
covered whenever possible.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
Mouldings
Caution
Failure to clean and protect the
bright metal mouldings can result
in a hazy white finish or pitting.
This damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
The bright metal mouldings on the
vehicle are aluminium. To prevent
damage always follow these
cleaning instructions:
Be sure the moulding is cool to
the touch before applying any
cleaning solution.
Use a cleaning solution
approved for aluminium. Some
cleaners are highly acidic or
contain alkaline substances and
can damage the mouldings.
Always dilute a concentrated
cleaner according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Do not use chrome cleaners.
Do not use cleaners that are not
intended for automotive use.
Use a nonabrasive wax on the
vehicle after washing to protect
and extend the moulding finish.
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/
Lenses, Emblems, Decals and
Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth and a car washing soap to
clean exterior lamps, lenses and
emblems. Follow instructions under
"Washing the Vehicle" previously in
this section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic,
and some have a UV protective
coating.
Use only lukewarm water, a soft
cloth, and mild car washing soap to
clean exterior lamps and lenses. Do
not clean or wipe them while they
are dry.
Do not use any of the following on
lamp covers:
Abrasive or caustic agents.
Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations
than suggested by the
manufacturer.