1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 288

Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a or fall should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can upon and quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into materials available from your dealer or other service the paint surface. of outlets. Larger areas finish damage can be corrected job Although no defect in the paint causes this, in your dealer's body and paint shop. the Chevrolet will repair,at no charge to the owner, Underbody Maintenance surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first. If can collect on the underbody. these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines,frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do thisfor you. 6-50