1998 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 316

Foreign materials suchas calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle's finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicleas soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that marked are safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfacesare subject to aging, weather and chemicalfallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paintfinish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly avoid to spots or rings. Let the soap remain on the fabric for a few minutes. When the top is really dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner. Thoroughlyrinse the entire vehicle, then let the top dry in direct sunlight. To protect the convertible top: 0 After you wash the vehicle, make sure the top is completely dry beforeyou lower it. Don't get any cleaner on the vehicle's paintedfinish; it could leave streaks. If you decide to go through an automatic car wash, ask the manager if the equipment could damage your top. 0 0 Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your convertible top shouldbe cleaned often. If you use an automatic car wash, use one with waterjets and hanging cloths. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade. Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge. A chamois or cloth may leavelint on the top, and a brush can chafe the threads the top fabric. Don't use in detergents, harshcleaners, solvents or bleachingagents. Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using soft clean cloth with a mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with soft clean towel. A wax a may then be applied. 6-58