Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Body Panel Paint Protector Replacement (VGC)
- The paint protective film and vehicle surface temperature should be 13?€“32?°C (55?€“90?°F) for best results.
- Automatic car washes should be avoided for at least 24?€‰hours after the paint protective film application.
- Wipe the vehicle surface with isopropyl alcohol or flash naptha at the application area.
- Dry the surface with a clean lint-free cloth.
- Create a mixture of 25 percent isopropyl alcohol and 75 percent water and two drops of baby shampoo per 16?€‰oz of fluid mixture.
- Remove the backing liner from the protective film patch.
- Use the solution to liberally spray the adhesive side of the protective patch, the mounting location along with your hands.
- Position the paint protective film patch to the desired location on the vehicle.
- Spray the surface of the film with the alcohol, water and soap solution.
- Using a dampened squeegee, start at the center of the protective patch, working outward in order to remove the air and solution from under the protective patch.
- Release any air bubbles with a pin.
- Dry the surface with a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.
Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
Warning: Exposure to isocyanates during paint preparation and application
processes can cause severe breathing problems. Read and follow all of the instructions
from the manufacturers of pain ...
Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution
Caution: Avoid spilling brake fluid onto painted surfaces, electrical
connections, wiring, or cables. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces and
cause corrosion to electrical components. If ...
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors
the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels, helping
to maintain a clean environment. The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the
vehicle is placed in ON/RUN, as a check to show ...
When It Is Time for New Tires
Factors such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and
road conditions affect the wear rate of the tires.
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear
indicators appear when the tires have only 1.6mm (1/16 in) or less of tread rema ...
Vehicle Yaw Sensor Replacement
Vehicle Yaw Sensor Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Turn the ignition OFF.
Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement.
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Yaw Sensor Nut ...
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