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:
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch Replacement
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the air conditioning compressor. Refer to
Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement.
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Oil Pr ...
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the charge air cooler outlet hose. Refer to Charge Air Cooler
...
Transmission Replacement (With 1.2L or 1.4L Engine)
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses,
remove and position aside the radiator surge tank. Refer to
Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.
Remove the transmission range selector lever c ...
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