Honda 1995 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual page 135

wax on your Honda when it is
new.
Polishes - Polishes and cleaner/
waxes can restore the shine to
paint that has oxidized and lost
some of its shine. They normally
contain mild abrasives and
solvents that remove the top
layer of the finish. You should
use a polish on your Honda if the
finish does not have its original
shine after using a wax.
Cleaning tar, insects, etc. with
removers also takes off the wax.
Remember to rewax those areas,
even if the rest of the car does
not need waxing.
Touch-Up Paint
Your dealer has touch-up paint
to match your car's color. The
color code is printed on a sticker
on the driver's doorjamb. Take
this code to your dealer so you
are sure to get the correct color.
Inspect your car for chips or
scratches in the paint frequently.
Repair them right away to
prevent corrosion of the metal
underneath. Use touch-up paint
only on small chips and
scratches. More extensive paint
damage should be repaired by a
professional.
Carpeting
Vacuum the carpeting frequently
to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt
will make the carpet wear out
faster. Periodically shampoo the
carpet to keep it looking new.
Use one of the foam-type carpet
cleaners on the market. Follow
the instructions that come with
the cleaner, applying it with a
sponge or soft brush. Keep the
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carpeting as dry as possible by
not adding water to the foam.
Fabric
Vacuum dirt and dust out of the
material frequently. For general
cleaning, use a solution of mild
soap and lukewarm water, letting
it air dry. To clean off stubborn
spots, use a commercially
available fabric cleaner. Test it
on a hidden area of the fabric
first, to make sure it does not
bleach or stain the fabric. Follow
the instructions that come with
the cleaner.
Vinyl
Remove dirt and dust with a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl
with a soft cloth dampened in a
solution of mild soap and water.
Use the same solution with a
soft-bristle brush on more
difficult spots. You can also use
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