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Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Clearcoat Repair without Repainting

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Body / Body Exterior / Emblems/Decals/Paint / Clearcoat Repair without Repainting

Repair Procedure
  1. Thoroughly wash the repair area with Liquid Wash and Wax GM?€‰P/N?€‰1052870 or the equivalent.
  2. Environmental damage may be corrected. Refer to Environmental Fallout (Acid Rain) or Rail Dust Damage Repair.
  3. Important:

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

  4. 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:

When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly
If the LDW symbol does not appear: The lane markings on the road may not be seen. The camera sensor may be blocked by dirt, snow or ice. The windshield may be damaged. The weather may be limiting visibility. This is normal operation; the vehicle does not need service. Clean the windshie ...

Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement
Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear side door window switch bezel. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement. 1 Re ...

Heater Core Inlet Tube Replacement
Heater Core Inlet Tube Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Removal ...

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