Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution

Caution:

Avoid spilling brake fluid onto painted surfaces, electrical connections, wiring, or cables. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces and cause corrosion to electrical components. If any brake fluid comes in contact with painted surfaces, immediately flush the area with water. If any brake fluid comes in contact with electrical connections, wiring, or cables, use a clean shop cloth to wipe away the fluid.

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 ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Automatic Transmission
P (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can ro ...

Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Replacement (LUV)
Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the turbocharger. Refer to Turbocharger Replacement. 1 Turbocharger Fastener Caution: Refer to ...

Neutral - Engine Running (Gen 2)
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-low 35R pressure control solenoid is commanded OFF and the fol ...