1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 308

Cleaning the Outside of Your Cadillac The paintfinish onyour vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Cadillac by hand may benecessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the Index.) Your Cadillac has a "basecoat/clearcoat" 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 basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle'sf i s h is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don't wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don't use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or washing (mild detergent) soaps. car Don't use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should beflushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Drythe finish with a soft, clean chamois or a 100%cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Machine compoundingor aggressive polishingon a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. 6-49