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Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Appearance Care / Exterior Care / Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings

Caution

Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

The bright metal moldings on the vehicle are aluminum. To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions:

Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as ...

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses and emblems. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" previously in this sect ...

Other materials:

Door Lock and Ignition Lock Folding and Non-Folding Key Cutting
High Security keys are available from the service parts system. Obtain the key code from the security card or from the GM Dealer World, Parts, Key Code Look Up system. If you have the key code and access to a Triax-E., BD Laser or other code key cutting machine from the GM Dealer Equipment C ...

Starter Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to  Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. If equipped with a front suspension skid plate, remove the drivetrain ...

Throttle Body Installation
Install the throttle body (2) and a NEW throttle body seal ring (1). Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Install the 4 throttle body bolts (3) and tighten to  8 Y (71 lb in). ...

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