Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, Spring and Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and debris
from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this. If not removed, rust ...
Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch-up materials available from
your dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in
your dealer's body and paint s ...
Other materials:
Rear Bumper Fascia Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
Rear Bumper Fascia Tow Eye Access Hole Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
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Rear Bumper Fascia Rear Tow Eye Access Hole Cover
Procedure
Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the cover from the rear
bu ...
Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement
Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger
Seat Removal and Inst ...
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUW)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative
Cable Disco ...
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