2000 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual
2000 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual 2000 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual
Cleaning Glass SurfacesGlass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner ora liquid household glass cleaner will remove normaltobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass.(See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.)Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they maycause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rearwindow, since they may have to be scraped off later.If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rearwindow, an electric defogger element may be damaged.Any temporary license should not be attached across thedefogger grid.Cleaning the Outside of theWindshield and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax,sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.Clean the outside of the windshield with GM WindshieldCleaner, Bon Ami Powder (non-scratching glasscleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshieldis clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water.Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper bladesand affect their performance. Clean the blade bywiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strengthwindshield washer solvent. Then rinse the bladewith water.Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;replace blades that look worn.WeatherstripsSilicone grease on weatherstrips will make them lastlonger, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Applysilicone grease with a clean cloth at least every sixmonths. During very cold, damp weather more frequentapplication may be required. (See “Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants” in the Maintenance Schedule booklet.)6-50
Cleaning the Outside of Your VehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability.Washing Your VehicleThe best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is tokeep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm orcold water.Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps orchemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well,removing all soap residue completely. You can getGM-approved cleaning products from your dealer.(See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.)Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agentsshould be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry onthe surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with asoft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoidsurface scratches and water spotting.High pressure car washes may cause water to enteryour vehicle.Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue from the paintfinish. You can get GM-approved cleaning productsfrom your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials”in the Index.)Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to thecolored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes thatare non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoatpaint finish.NOTICE:Machine compounding or aggressive polishingon a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull thefinish or leave swirl marks.6-51
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Cleaning the Outside of Your VehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability.Washing Your VehicleThe best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is tokeep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm orcold water.Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps orchemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well,removing all soap residue completely. You can getGM-approved cleaning products from your dealer.(See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.)Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agentsshould be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry onthe surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with asoft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoidsurface scratches and water spotting.High pressure car washes may cause water to enteryour vehicle.Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue from the paintfinish. You can get GM-approved cleaning productsfrom your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials”in the Index.)Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to thecolored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes thatare non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoatpaint finish.NOTICE:Machine compounding or aggressive polishingon a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull thefinish or leave swirl marks.6-51
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