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:

Special Tools
Illustration Tool Number/ Description CH 41013 J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing kit CH 42450–A J 42450–A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit ...

Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right Side
Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right Side Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side. Remove the front wheelhouse front liner if necessary. Re ...

Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove the transmission control valve body cover. Refer to Control Valve Body Cover Replacement. Disconnect the output speed sensor electrical connector (2). Disconnect the shift position switch electrical connector (3). Disconn ...

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