Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rail Dust Damage Repair
Warning:
Refer to Eye Protection Warning.
Note:
If rail dust has penetrated into the basecoat, the panel requires refinishing. Ensure all the rail dust has been removed prior to refinishing or the rust spots will return.
Rail dust damage comes from the tiny iron particles produced from the friction between the train wheels and the track. It can also be deposited on vehicles if stored near any operation producing iron dust (i.e., steel ore yards). This dust can either lay on top of, or embed into the paint surface. It is usually diagnosed as bumps in the paint surface or rust colored spots in the paint.
- Move the vehicle to a cool shaded area and ensure the vehicle surfaces are cool during the removal process.
- Thoroughly wash the repair area with a GM approved Liquid Wash and Wax kit
- Wipe the area dry.
- Clean the affected area with silicone, wax and grease remover.
- Perform the removal process according to the manufacturer's directions of the type of repair material used (Gel Type Oxalic Acid or Clay Type Non-Acid Based). If, upon inspection, some particles are still present, the process may be repeated. If the damage has been repaired, complete the repair to the entire panel.
- Polish the entire panel after the removal process. If small pits remain in the clearcoat after all of the damage has been repaired, refer to Clearcoat Repair without Repainting.
Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement
Radiator Grille Emblem/Nameplate Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to ...
Front Grille
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Other materials:
Tires and Wheels Description and Operation (Tire Identification)
Identification
Accessory and warranty replacement must use TPC spec tires.
An outboard orientation stripe is added to the tread surface, with an
offset toward the outboard tire face.
All GM approved tires (Production, Service and Accessory) have a TPC
(Tire Performance C ...
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LDE, LUW)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Disengage the heater inlet hose quick connect clip (1) at the heater
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Engine Oil Cooler Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection
and Connection.
Drain engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling
Remove the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Refer to Turbocharger Oil Feed
Pipe Replacement ...
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