1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 331

Don't wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don't use strong soaps orchemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index.) Don't use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. cleaning All 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 all-cotton towel to an avoid surface scratchesand water spotting. High pressure carwashes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Your vehicle has a " b a ~ e c ~ a t l c l e a r cpaint ~ ~ a t ~ finish. The clearcoat givesmore depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish. NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice meltingdgents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicalsfrom industrial chimneys, etc.,can damage your vehicle's finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.If necessary, use non-abrasive cleanersthat are marked safe forpainted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject aging, weather to and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Cleaning Exterior LampdLenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid hand, dish or carwashing (mild detergent) soapto clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." Finish Care Occasional waxmg or mild polishing or your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index.) 6-51