Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Body Panel Paint Protector Replacement (VGC)
- The paint protective film and vehicle surface temperature should be 13?€“32?°C (55?€“90?°F) for best results.
- Automatic car washes should be avoided for at least 24?€‰hours after the paint protective film application.
- Wipe the vehicle surface with isopropyl alcohol or flash naptha at the application area.
- Dry the surface with a clean lint-free cloth.
- Create a mixture of 25 percent isopropyl alcohol and 75 percent water and two drops of baby shampoo per 16?€‰oz of fluid mixture.
- Remove the backing liner from the protective film patch.
- Use the solution to liberally spray the adhesive side of the protective patch, the mounting location along with your hands.
- Position the paint protective film patch to the desired location on the vehicle.
- Spray the surface of the film with the alcohol, water and soap solution.
- Using a dampened squeegee, start at the center of the protective patch, working outward in order to remove the air and solution from under the protective patch.
- Release any air bubbles with a pin.
- Dry the surface with a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.
Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
Warning: Exposure to isocyanates during paint preparation and application
processes can cause severe breathing problems. Read and follow all of the instructions
from the manufacturers of pain ...
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 ...
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Rear Side Door Weatherstrip Replacement - Door Side
Rear Side Door Weatherstrip Replacement - Door Side
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Side Door Weatherstrip
Procedure
Open the front side door to the fully open position.
Remove the front side door check link bo ...
Brake Rotor Refinishing
Special Tools
CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Note:
The disc brake rotors do not require refinishing as part of routine
brake system servic ...
General Description
The factory installed tires are designed to operate satisfactorily with loads
up to and including the full rated load capacity when these tires are inflated to
the recommended pressures.
The following factors have an important influence on tire life:
Correct tire pressures
Correct wheel ...
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