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:
Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement
Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Open and support the hood assembly.
Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel
Replacement.
...
Secondary Air Injection Pump Air Cleaner Pipe Replacement
Secondary Air Injection Pump Air Cleaner Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Hose Retainer (QTY:2)
Note: Squeeze the retainer on opposite sides to release.
2
Secondary A ...
Drive Belt Installation
Special Tools
EN-955 Locking Pins
EN-48488 Holding Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Ensure that the drive belt tensioner is held with EN-955?E
locking pin.
Install the drive belt.
Move the drive belt tensioner clockwise until EN- ...
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