Washing Your Vehicle
The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability.
The best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely.
Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 462. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or 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 the vehicle.
See also:
Headlamps
The exterior lamps
knob is located on your
instrument panel to
the left of the steering
wheel.
(Off): Turn the knob to
this symbol and
release it to turn off the Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL ...
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can
be obtained from your dealer.
Part
GM Part Number
ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
...
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" later
in this section. ...
