Surface Level Contamination Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Thoroughly wash and dry the contaminated area with Liquid Wash and Wax GM P/N 1052870 or equivalent.
- Clean the affected area with silicone, wax and grease remover.
- Remove and neutralize acidic residue by cleaning the contaminated areas with a mixture of baking soda and water (1 tablespoon of baking soda per 1 liter or 1 quart of water). Rinse thoroughly and dry the panel completely.
- Apply finesse-type polish with a foam panel. If damage has been repaired, remove any swirl marks with a dual action orbital polisher and foam pad. Refer to CLEARCOAT REPAIR SPECIFICATIONS - 3M PRODUCTS .
- If some damage remains, refer to SLIGHT CLEARCOAT DAMAGE - WET SANDING, FINESSE POLISHING .