Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle; Washing Your Vehicle; Finish Care - Pontiac 1998 Sunfire Owner's Manual

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Weatherstrips
Silicone grease
on
weatherstrips will make them':--;
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last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
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Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least
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every six months. During very cold, damp weathgr,
more frequent application may be required.
(See.i
.
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"Recommended Fluids
and
Lubricants" in the Index
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
The paint finish
on
your vehicle provides
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle's
keep it clean by washing it often with
Don't wash your vehicle
in
the direct
Don't use strong soaps or chemical
liquid hand, dish or car washing
You can get GM-approved
dealer. (See "Appearance
Index.) Don't use cleaning agents that are petroleu
based,
or
that contain acid or abrasives. All cleanin
agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed
cold water.
dry on the surface, or they could s ain. Dry the finish
with a soft, clean chamois or an a1 -cotton towel to
avoid surface scratches
and
water potting.
High pressure car washes may ca e water to
enter your vehicle.
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Cleaning Exterior Lampskense
Use lukewarm or cold water, a
hand, dish or car washing (mil
exterior lamps
and lenses.
Fol
"Washing Your Vehicle."
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild p
hand may be necessary to rem0 idue from the
paint
finish.
You
can get GM-appr
from your dealer. (See "App
in the Index,)
Your vehicle has a "baseco
The clearcoat gives more
colored basecoat. Always
that are non-abrasive and
paint
finish.
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