Note. On vehicles equipped with the Delco Loc II audio system, the system interlock must be disabled before performing any procedures that require the battery to be disconnected.
The frame consists of spars with crossbars, to which the subframes of the power unit, suspension and body are attached.
The exterior body panels of these vehicles are made from various types of plastic such as SMC or TPO. All of these materials are not susceptible to corrosion and can withstand light impacts without being deformed.
This chapter covers only general body maintenance and panel repairs that the vehicle owner can perform.