Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 painting materials, equipment, and protective gear.
All paint finish repairs of rigid exterior surfaces must meet GM standards. Refer to the latest revision of the GM Approved Refinish Materials book to identify the paint systems you may use that have been engineered to meet GM standards. The GM Approved Refinish Materials book supplies all approved products, including volatile organic compound (VOC) compliant regulations recommended by the individual manufacturer, and detailed procedures for materials used in their paint system.
The latest revision of the GM Approved Refinish Materials booklet is located on the Genuine GM Parts website at www.genuinegmparts.com.
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair (Base)
Warning: When applying sound deadeners, or anti-corrosion materials
due care and preventative measures must be exercised to prevent any material
from being sprayed into door and quarter panel ...
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 afte ...
Other materials:
Lock Cylinder Coding - Ignition
The ignition lock cylinder uses 8 key cut positions, 1?E. The ignition cylinder
tumblers (3) are located on alternate sides of the cylinder (5). They are not snap-in
and are not self-retaining. It follows the key code with the first tumbler being
the first depth of the ke ...
Reverse (Gen 1)
When the gear selector lever is moved to the Reverse (R) position (from the Park
position) the normally-high 35R pressure control solenoid 2 is commanded ON and
the following changes occur in the transmission? hydraulic and electrical systems:
3-5-Reverse Clutch Applies
Manual Valv ...
Neutral - Engine Running (Gen 1)
When the gear selector is moved to the Neutral (N) position, the hydraulic and
electrical system operation is identical to Park (P) range. However, if Neutral
is selected after the vehicle was operating in Reverse (R), the normally-high 35R
pressure control solenoid 2 is commanded OFF and the ...
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