Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses and emblems. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" previously in this section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating.
Use only lukewarm water, a soft cloth, and mild car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Do not clean or wipe them while they are dry.
Do not use any of the following on lamp covers:
- Abrasive or caustic agents.
- Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations than suggested by the manufacturer.
- Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh cleaners.
- Ice scrapers or other hard items.
- Aftermarket appearance caps or covers while the lamps are illuminated, due to excessive heat generated.
Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non-uniform finish. Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
Caution
Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy
white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
The bright metal moldings on ...
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes, between the hood and windshield when washing
the vehicle. ...
Other materials:
Where Are the Airbags?
The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument
panel.
The driver knee airbag, if equipped, is below the steering column. The front
outboard passenger knee airbag, if equipped, is below the gl ...
Evaporator Air Temperature Sensor Replacement (LHD)
Evaporator Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Evaporator Air Refrigerant Temperature Sensor
Procedures
Disconnect the refrigerant temperature sensor
electrical connector.
Twist a ...
Engine Flywheel Installation
Special Tools
EN-652 Flywheel Holder
EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the thread in the crankshaft.
Install the crankshaft position reluctor ring (1).
Install the flywheel (2).
Install the EN-6 ...
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