1938 LaSalle Production - GM Heritage Center

aintenance Suggestions
Body
The body of your car deserves the same care and attention
as the chassis. Care of the body consists simply of regular
lubrication of those body parts requiring it, and regular
cleaning of the finishand the upholstery.
Care of Finish—The lacquer finishof the car can be
kept new and lustrous with only a thorough wiping with a
soft dry cloth every few days. With this care, washing will
be required only when considerable mud or dust has accumulated.
Washing the car can be accomplished simply and easily
with plenty of clean, cold water, a soft wool sponge, and a
clean chamois. Soap and hot water are not only unnecessary
but undesirable. Never wash the car in the direct rays of
the hot sun and never wash it when the sheet metal surfaces
are hot from a hard run.
In the winter time the car should he washed /re*
quently if it is driven over roads or streets where salt or
calcium chloride are used to melt snow or ice. These
road chemicals have a severe effect on the finish of lac*
quer or plated parts if allowed to remain on them for
any length of time.
If the car finishappears dull after washing, the original
brightness and lustre may be restored by the use of a good
lacquer polish. It is important to use only a dependable
lacquer polish as some polishes contain excessive abrasive
material and other harmful ingredients.
Core of Upholstery—Regular monthly cleaning of the
car's interior with a vacuum cleaner and a whisk broom will
keep the upholstery in the best of condition and will prevent
excessive wear.
Spots on the upholstery can usually be cleaned with any
good dry cleaner used sparingly. We recommend Cadillac
Fabric Cleaner.
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