2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 315

Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Piano black panel The following parts are fitted with panels that have been treated with a special coating that resists scratching. l Center panel l Door switch panel When the panel needs to be cleaned, use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface. NOTE Scratches or nicks on the panels resulting from the use of a hard brush or cloth may not be repairable. qCleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container. CAUTION Ø Don't scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window. You may damage the rear window defroster grid. Ø When washing the inside rear window, use a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water, gently wiping the antenna lines. Use of glass cleaning products could damage the antenna. qCleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing Clean the webbing with a mild soap solution recommended for upholstery or carpets. Follow instructions. Don't bleach or dye the webbing; this may weaken it. After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry the belt webbing and make sure there is no remaining moisture before retracting them. WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged seat belts immediately: Using damaged seat belts is dangerous. In a collision, damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection. 8-45