Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Clearcoat Repair without Repainting
- Repair Procedure
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- 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.
- Use a paint gauge before, during, and after sanding and/or polishing, to avoid removing too much clearcoat. Refer to Paint Gauges.
Important:
Follow all of the instructions from the manufacturer of the polishing material.
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:
Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation
Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the fr ...
Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Remove the power vacuum brake booster bolts (1).
Remove the brake pedal assembly upper nuts (1)
Remove the brake pedal assembly lower nuts (1)
Remo ...
Engine Oil Cooler Assemble
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the engine oil filter cap (1) along with a NEW seal ring (2) and
a NEW oil filter element (3) and tighten to 25 Y (18 lb ft).
Install the engine oil pressure indicator switch (5) and ...
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