Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Australia/New Zealand-
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Vehicle Care
Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing
should be done to remove residue from the
paint finish. See your dealer for approved
cleaning products.
Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated
plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated
wood, flat paint, or metal mesh grilles as
damage can occur.
Caution
Machine compounding or aggressive
polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint
finish may damage it. Use only
non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are
made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
on the vehicle.
To keep the paint finish looking new, keep
the vehicle garaged or covered whenever
possible.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Mouldings
Caution
Failure to clean and protect the bright
metal mouldings can result in a hazy
white finish or pitting. This damage
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
The bright metal mouldings on the vehicle
are aluminium, chrome, and stainless steel.
To prevent damage always follow these
cleaning instructions:
.
Be sure the moulding is cool to the touch
before applying any cleaning solution.
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Use only approved cleaning solutions for
aluminium, chrome, and stainless steel.
Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain
alkaline substances and can damage the
mouldings.
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Always dilute a concentrated cleaner
according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
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Do not use cleaners that are not intended
for automotive use.
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Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle
after washing to protect and extend the
moulding finish.
Convertible Top Care
Only lower the top when it is completely
dry and avoid leaving the top lowered for
extended periods of time to prevent
excessive interior weathering.
Carbon Fibre Care
Carbon fibre composite parts can be washed
and waxed like any other parts. Use a clear
or black pigmented wax. See
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and
Emblems
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft
cloth, and a car washing soap to clean
exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and
stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing
the Vehicle" previously in this section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some
have a UV protective coating. Do not clean
or wipe them while they are dry.
Do not use any of the following on lamp
covers:
.
Abrasive or caustic agents
.
Washer fluids and other cleaning agents
in higher concentrations than suggested
by the manufacturer
.
Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh
cleaners
.
Ice scrapers or other hard items
.
Aftermarket appearance caps or covers
while the lamps are illuminated, due to
excessive heat generated
