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Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and. Wiper Blades
If
t l x
windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer? or i f
the
wiper blade chatters when 'running,. wax,
s m
or other materid may be on the blade or windshield.
& W U I
the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield,
'Cleaner, Bon Ami Powder (ilon-scratching glass,
cleaning powder), GM Part No. IQ500.11. The windshield.
is-. clean-if beads do not form when y.ou rinse
it
with water,
Grime from
the
windshield will stick
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the wiper blades
and affect their performam. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a cloth
so&ed
in full-strength windshield
washes solvent. Then
rinse
the blade with water.
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.Check the wiper blades a d clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease
o.n
weatherstrips will make them Iast
longer, s.eal-better, and no.t
stick
or squeak. Apply
sili&ne grease with a.clean cloth at: least every six
months. D.urin,g very cold, damp weather
more
frequent
application may be re,quired. (See "Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.)
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
The paint finish on yaw vehicle provides beauty, depth
of calor, gloss retention
and durability.
Washing Yo>u.r Vehicle
The best
way
to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep it
clean by waslning it
often
with lukewarm or coId waier.
Don't wash your vehicle in the direc:t rays of the sun.
Don't. use strong s-oaps.or chemical detergents. Use
liquid'hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps.
Don't use cleanhg ,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, .orthey could stain. Dry the finish with a
soft, clean chamois. or an all-cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and water sptting.
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
Cleaning Exterior Lamp.s/Lenses
Use 1ilkewa-m or cold water, a soft cloth and .a Iiquid
hand, dish
or
car washing ( n d d detergent) soap .to clean
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under
"Washing Your Vehicle."
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