1998 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 315

Cleaning the Outside Your Vehicle of The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth anda liquid hand, dish or vehicle washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle'sfinish is to keep it clean by washingit often with lukewarmor cold water. Don't wash your vehicle in the direct rays ofthe sun. Don't use strong soapsor chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "Appearance Care and Materials" in the are Index.) Don't use cleaning agents that petroleum based, or that contain acidor 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 pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from paint the finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See "AppearanceCare and Materials" in the Index.) Your Chevrolet has a "basecoatklearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss the to colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for basecoatklearcoat a paint finish. NOTICE: Machine compounding aggressive polishing on or a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. 6-57