1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 272

Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting create Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can a fall should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage quickly and maydevelop into a major repair expense. 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 other service or the paint surface. outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected Although no defect in the paint causes this, job in your dealer's body and paint shop. Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the t .erbodyMaintenance surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout 000 Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 km) of purchase, whichever occursfirst. can collecton the underbody. I these are not removed, f accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as he1 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 car washing system can do this for you. 6-51