Pontiac G8 manual Vehicle Service and Care

9-92 Vehicle Service and Care

When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth.

Notice: If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window defogger. When cleaning the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner.

Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in

your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read

and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows.

Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles.

Your dealer/retailer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. You can also obtain a product from your dealer/retailer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery.

Do not clean your vehicle using

the following cleaners or techniques:

•Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface.

•Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces.

•Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the effectiveness

of soil removal.

•Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide.

•Do not heavily saturate the upholstery while cleaning.

•Damage to your vehicle’s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc.