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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.
Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM
P a r t
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.
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Clean the outside
of
the windshield with GM
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 "Recommended
Fluids
and
Lubricants"
in the Index.)
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss rqtention
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and durability.
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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
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 a 1 ~ 0 ~ %
cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
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