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:
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle.
3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers,
seat heaters, or seat massagers.
4. Reinstall the child restraint ...
Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is
full. See Engine Compartment Overview for reservoir location.
Caution
. Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It
can damage the windshield washer system and paint.
. Do not mi ...
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement - Radiator
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement - Radiator
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Preliminary Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the right front wheelhouse liner. Ref ...
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