Hyundai Sonata: Exterior Care / Bright-metal maintenance

Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Owners Manual / Maintenance / Exterior Care / Bright-metal maintenance

To remove road tar and insects, use a tar remover, not a scraper or other sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of brightmetal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of wax or chrome preservative and rub to a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with a heavier coating of wax or preservative. If necessary, coat the parts with non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other protective compound.

Finish damage repair

Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surface must be repaired promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust and may develop into a major repair expense. NOTICE If your vehicle is damaged and requ ...

Underbody maintenance

Corrosive materials used for ice and snow removal and dust control may collect on the underbody. If these materials are not removed, accelerated rusting can occur on underbody parts such as the fuel ...

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Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Owners Manual: Changing tires
WARNING A vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack causing serious injury or death to you or those nearby. Take the following safety precautions: Never place any portion of your body under a vehicle that is supported by a jack. NEVER attempt to change a tire in the lane of traffic. ALWAYS move t ...

Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Service Manual: Repair procedures
Removal • Put on gloves to protect your hands. • Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces. 1. Remove the roof side molding. (Refer to Body Side Moldings - "Roof Side Molding") 2. Remove the front pillar trim. (Refer to ...