1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 330

Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass shouldbe cleaned often.GM Glass Cleaner(GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust filmson interior glass. Don't use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.Avoid placing decals on inside rear the window, since they may have tobe scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are usedon the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger elementmay be damaged. Any temporary license shouldnot be attached acrossthe defogger grid. Grime fromthe windshield will stick to the wiper blades by and atfat their performance. Clean the blade wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick orsqueak. Apply silicone greasewith a cleancloth at least every six months. During very cold, dampweather more frequent applicationmay be required. (See "Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet.) Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatterswhen running, wax, sap orother material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 105001.1. The windshield is cleanif beads do not form when you rinse it with water. A m i @ Cleaning the Outsideof Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention durability. and Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep itclean by washing it oftenwith lukewarm or cold water. 6-50