1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 281

Fabric Protection Your Chevrolet has upholstery andcarpet that has been treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a 3M product. It protects fabrics by repelling and water, oil which are the carriers most stains. Even with this of protection, you still need to clean your upholstery and carpet often to keep looking new. it Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167). Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks,wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, thensponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier. 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area witha waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Special Cleaning Problems Greasy orOily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee withcream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphaltcan be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. Combination Stains Stains causedby candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains be removed as follows: can 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left 3. If a stain remains, cleanit with solvent-type cleaner. on a vehicle's seatfabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve themand may cause them to spread. 6-49