Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts

Cadillac CTS / Cadillac CTS Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Appearance Care / Exterior Care / Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts

Regularly clean bright metal parts with water or chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary.

For aluminum, never use auto or chrome polish, steam, or caustic soap to clean. A coating of wax, rubbed to a high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts.

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