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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 52 (PAINT/COATINGS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENVIRONMENTAL FALLOUT (ACID RAIN)SURFACE LEVEL CONTAMINATION REPAIR
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans
Surface Level Contamination Repair
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Surface Level Contamination Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 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 or CLEARCOAT REPAIR SPECIFICATIONS - MEGUIAR PRODUCTS .
- If some damage remains, refer to SLIGHT CLEARCOAT DAMAGE - WET SANDING, FINESSE POLISHING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.