1997 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 310

Exterior painted surfaces are subject aging, weather to and chemical faIIout that can taketheir 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. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim,if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soapto clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don't use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Don't take your vehicle through an automatic carwash that has silicon carbide tire cleaningbrushes. These brushes can also damage the surface these wheels. of Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. I NOTICE: When applyinga tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the bodyor wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish. Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced torestore corrosion protection.