2003 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 281

Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride 0 FabricKarpet Your dealer has cleaners for thecleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-78. Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover 0 They can all be hazardous - some more than others - and they can all damage your vehicle, too. 5-72