2023 Cadillac CT5 — Owner's Manual – Page #461

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Cadillac CT5 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-16500419) -

2023 - CRC - 5/6/22

460 Vehicle Care

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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

molding finish.

Carbon Fiber Care

Carbon fiber composite parts

can be washed and waxed like

any other parts. Use a clear or

black pigmented wax. See

Composite Materials 0 266.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/

Lenses, Emblems, Decals,

and Stripes

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 lamp covers

when dry. This can cause

scratches to the surface of

the lamp cover.

Do not use any of the

following items on lamp

covers:

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Abrasive or caustic agents.

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Washer fluids and other

cleaning agents in higher

concentrations than

suggested by the

manufacturer.

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Solvents, alcohols, fuels,

or other harsh cleaners.

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Ice scrapers or other hard

items.

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Aftermarket appearance

caps or covers while the

lamps are illuminated, due to

excessive heat generated.

Caution

Failure to clean lamps

properly can cause damage

to the lamp cover that would

not be covered by the

vehicle warranty.

Caution

Using wax on low gloss black

finish stripes can increase

the gloss level and create a

non-uniform finish. Clean low

gloss stripes with soap and

water only.

Air Intakes

Clear debris from the air

intakes between the hood and

windshield when washing the

vehicle.

Shutter System

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