Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer/retailer.
Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer's/retailer's body and paint shop.
Sheet Metal Damage
Underbody MaintenanceChevrolet Cobalt Owners Manual. New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate
break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if
you follow these guidelines:
- Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Do not make full-throttle starts. Do not
exceed 5,000 engine rpm. Avoid
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