1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 302

necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior pamted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout thatcan take their tollover a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping yourvehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don't strong soaps, use chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that isusually needed. However, you may use GM Chrome Polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never useauto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbedto high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts. an Don't take your vehicle through automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surfaceof these wheels. Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. I NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any oversprayor splash from all painted surfaceson the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paintfinish. Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a clean cloth with soft mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. wax A may then be applied. 6-54