1993 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 267

Service & Appearance Care Don't wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don't use strong soaps The paint finishon your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) durability. soaps. Don't use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning Washing Your Vehicle agents should be flushed promptly and The best way to preserve your vehicle's not allowed todry on the surface, or they it finish is to keep it clean by washing could stain.Dry the finish with a soft, often with lukewarm or cold water. clean chamois or a100%cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac Finish Care Occasional waxingor mild polishing of your Pontiac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. can get You from GM approved cleaning products your dealer. (See "Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials" in the Index.) Your Pontiac has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. I NOTICE: aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. 266