Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Clearcoat Repair without Repainting

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Body / Body Exterior / Emblems/Decals/Paint / 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 Environmental Fallout (Acid Rain) or Rail Dust Damage Repair.

Important:

Follow all of the instructions from the manufacturer of the polishing material.

Use a paint gauge before, during, and after sanding and/or polishing, to avoid removing too much clearcoat. Refer to Paint Gauges.

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 ...

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 ...

Other materials:

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Rear Compartment Lid Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear compartment lid inner panel trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement. 1 Rear ...

Cargo Tie Down Loop Replacement
Cargo Tie Down Loop Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Cargo Tie Down Hook Fastener Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Tighten 9?€‰Y (80?€‰lb?€‰in) 2 Cargo T ...

Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side
Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the right instrument panel upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side ...

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