1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 295

Cleaning Your Convertible Top NOTICE: When using an automatic car wash, setyour heating orcooling system to "VENT" with the fan speed set to second highest the speed. This will prevent high pressure water from entering around yourtop. Aluminum Wheels(If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface your car. Don't use strong of soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because could you damage this coating, After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may be applied. NOTICE: If you have aluminumwheels, don't usean automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes.These brushes can take the off protective coating your aluminumwheels. Your convertible top should cleaned often. Use a be mild soap, lukewarm water and soft brush. Don't use a any harsh cleaners or bleaching agents on top. They the can darnage the material. When the top is really dirty,use a mild foam-type cleaner. Use a cloth or sponge to remove the dirt. Thoroughly rinse the top and it before lowering it. dry A damp top causes wrinkles. Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. When applying a tire dressing always take care wipe to off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish. 6-62