1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Owner's Manual - Page 268

Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and liquid a hand, dishor vehicle washing (mild detergent) soap to The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions of color, gloss retention and durability. under "Washing Your Vehicle.'' Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile Washing Your Vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Finish Care Occasional waxingor mild polishingof your Oldsmobile by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paintfinish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your retailer. (See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index.) The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washingit often with lukewarm or cold water. Don't wash your vehicle in the direct raysof the sun. Don't use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car waslung (mild detergent) soaps. Don't use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Your Oldsmobile has a "basecoatlclearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish. I NOTICE: Machine compoundingor aggressive polishing on a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. 6-45