Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Clearcoat Thickness
The clearcoat on the vehicle is typically 0.059?€“0.078?€‰mm (1.5?€“2?€‰mils [0.0015?€“0.0020?€‰in]) thick. The clearcoat contains ultraviolet screeners. Removing more than 0.5?€‰mils (0.019?€‰in) of the clearcoat may result in early paint failure.
Clearcoat Repair without Repainting
Repair Procedure
Thoroughly wash the repair area with Liquid Wash and Wax GM?€‰P/N?€‰1052870
or the equivalent.
Environmental damage may be corrected. Refer to Environment ...
Emblem/Nameplate Replacement
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution.
The part and vehicle surface should be 21?°C (70?°F) prior to installation.
The vehicle should remain inside in a temperature ...
Other materials:
Turning the Systems Off and On
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center console.
Caution
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle
driveline could be damaged.
To turn off only TCS, press and release the
button. The traction off light
displays in the instrument cluster.
To tu ...
Tire Pressure Monitor System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check
tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and
transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be check ...
Fuel Injector Replacement
Fuel Injector Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Remove the fuel injection fuel rail assembly. Refer t ...
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