1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 280

Using Solvent-Type Cleaneron Fabric First, see if you haveto use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots andstains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dullknife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, "feathering" toward the center. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth. 0 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, butter, margarine, shoe oil, polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stainif left on a vehicle's seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring. Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector, a 3M product. It protectsfabrics by repelling oil and water, which are the carriers of most stains. Even with this protection, you still need toclean your upholstery and carpet often to keep it looking new. TM Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier. Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6 167). 6-54