Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, Spring and Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and debris
from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this. If not removed, rust ...
Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch-up materials available from
your dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in
your dealer's body and paint s ...
Other materials:
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To
use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M(Manual Mode).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the side of the shift lever to upshift,
or push t ...
Rear Door Lock Cylinder Replacement
Rear Door Lock Cylinder Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Side Door Lock Cylinder Opening Cover Screw Access Plug
Tip: Use a flat-bladed tool to remove the cover.
2
Rear ...
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Sedan - Left)
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
1
Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner ...
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