Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Plastic Identification and Refinishing Systems
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Identifying Symbol?€“ Old Symbol in ( )s |
Chemical Composition or Plastic Family Name |
Typical Area(s) Where Part is Used |
Examples of Common / Trade Names |
Type of Plastic |
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ABS |
Acrylonitrile / Butadiene-Styrene |
Armrest Support, Console, IPC, Steering Column Bracket / Jacket, Trim Molding |
ABS, Absafil, Magnum, Cycolac, Dyel, Kralastic, Lustran |
Thermoplastic |
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ABS + PC |
Acrylonitrile / Butadiene-Styrene + Polycarbonate |
Instrument Panel, IPC |
Bayblend, Cycoloy, KHA, Pulse |
Rigid |
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ABS / PVC |
ABS/Vinyl (Soft) |
Head Rest Cover, Instrument Panel Pad, Trim Molding / Panel |
ABS Vinyl |
Flexible, Vinyl |
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EPDM |
Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer |
Body Panel, Bumper Impact Strip |
EPDM, Nordel |
Rigid |
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EVA (EVAC) |
Ethylene / Vinyl Acetate |
Head Rest Cover, Misc Soft Trim |
Elvax, Microthane |
Flexible |
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PA |
Polyamide |
Headlamp Bezels, Quarter Panel Extensions, Exterior Finish Trim Panels |
Nylon, Capron, Zytel, Rilsan, Minion, Vydyne, Welland |
Rigid |
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PA, PAG, PAGG |
Polyamide |
Exterior Finish Trim Panel, Headlamp Bezel, Quarter Panel Extension |
Capron, Minlon, Nylon, Rilsan, Vydyne, Wellamid, Zytel |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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PA + PPE |
Polymide + Polypheneylene Ether |
Exterior Trim, Fender |
GTX |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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PBT + TEEE (PBTP + EEBC) |
Polybutylene, Terephthalate + Ether, Ester Block Compound |
Fascia, Rocker Panel Molding |
Bexloy M |
Rigid |
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PC |
Polycarbonate |
Interior Rigid / Hard Trim Panel, Valance Panel |
Calibre, Lexan, Merlon, Makrolon |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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PC + PETP |
Polycarbonate + Polybutylene, Terephthalate |
Bumper Fascia |
Macroblend, Valox, Xenoy |
Flexible, Thermoset |
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PE |
Polyethylene |
Fuel Tank Shield, Inner Fender Panel, Interior Trim Panel, Seat Belt Cover, Spoiler, Valance |
Alathon, Dylan, Foriflex, Hi-fax, Hosalen, Marlex, Paxon |
Rigid, Thermoplastic |
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PF |
Phenol Formaldehyde |
Ashtray |
Amberol, Bakelite, Durez, Genal, Phenolic, Plyophen, Resinox |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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PP |
Polypropylene |
Bumper Fascia, Cowl Panel, Deflector Panel, Door Panel, Inner Fender, Interior Molding, Kick Panel, Load Floor, Radiator Shroud, Wheel Cover |
Azdel, Daplen, Escorene, Marlex, Novolen, Oleflo, Profax, Tenite |
Flexible, Thermoplastic |
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PPE (PPO) |
Polyphenylene Ether |
Bezels, Chromed Plastic, Headlamp Door, Ornaments |
Noryl, Oleflo, Prevex |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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PS |
Polystyrene |
Dash Panel, Door Panel |
Durathon, Dylan, Lustrex, Polystyrol, Styron |
Flexible, Soft |
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PUR |
Polyurethane, Thermoset (Unsaturated) |
Bumper Fascia, Filler Panel, Front/Rear Body Panel, Pickup Box |
Bayflex, Castethane, RIM, RRIM, SRIM |
Thermoset |
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PVC |
Polyvinyl Chloride (Vinyl) |
Interior Soft Trim, I/P Skins, Roof Cover |
Geon, Pliovic, Unichem, Vinoflex, Vinyl, Vinylite |
Flexible, Vinyl |
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SAN (SA) |
Styrene Acrylonitrite |
Center Console, Glove Box Door, Interior Trim Panel |
Foracryl, Lustran, Tyril |
Rigid |
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TEO (EP, EPM, TPO) |
Ethylene / Propylene (Rubber) |
Air Dam, Bumper Fascia, Valance Panel |
EPI, EPII, TPO, TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) |
Flexible, Thermoplastic |
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TPO |
Thermal Plastic Oletin |
Bumper Covers |
TPO |
Flexible Thermoplastic |
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TPU (TPUR) |
Polyurethane, Polyolefin |
Bumper Fascia, Gravel Deflector, Soft Filler Panel, Window Molding |
Estane, Pellethane, Roylar, Toxin |
Flexible, Thermoplastic |
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UP |
Polyester / Thermoset |
Air Scoop, Air Spoiler, Fascia Extension, Hood, Instrument Housing, Rear Compartment Lid, Roof, Ventilation Grid |
Fiberglass, Premi-glass, Selectron, SMC, Vibrinmat |
Rigid, Thermoset |
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For symbols not listed in this table, contact the Society of Automotive Engineers, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001. |
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Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning.
Note: There are several types of Plastic Collar Fuel and Evaporative
Emission Quick Co ...
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Body to Axle - Disc Brake)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the ...
Other materials:
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Hatchback with Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
Service Prior to Assembly
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris
will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined,
honed, polished and lapped surfaces with minor tolerances. When any internal engine
parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are ...
Engine Replacement (Automatic Transmission)
Special Tools
J-45859 Wheel Drive Shaft Remover
CH-807 Closure Plugs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to
Fuel Pre ...
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