1997 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 336

Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades Cleaning the Outsideof Your Cadillac Washing Your Vehicle If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield The paint finishon your vehicle provides beauty, depth washer, orif the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, of color, gloss retention and durability. sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean theoutside of the windshield withGM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami@Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder),GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish to keep is it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don't wash your vehicle in the direct rays sun. of the Don't use strong soapsor chemical detergents. Use Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades liquid hand, dishor car washing (mild detergent) soaps. that and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping Don't use cleaning agents are petroleum based,or vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield that contain acidor abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to on dry washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. the surface, or they could stain. Dry finish with a the Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid replace worn blades. surface scratches and water spotting. Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick squeak. or Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" the in Maintenance Schedule booklet.) High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses Use lukewarmor cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle."