Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Calipers

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Number/Description CH-41013 J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit CH-42450 ...

Brake Caliper Inspection

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Inspect the brake caliper housing (1) for cracks, excess wear, and/or damage. If any of these conditions are present, the brake calipe ...

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Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system ...

Brake Rotor Surface and Wear Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. If the inboard friction surface of the brake rotor is not accessible, reposition and support the caliper with the brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement. Clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol, or ...

Definitions and Abbreviations
Throttle Positions Engine Braking A condition where the engine is used to slow the vehicle by manually downshifting during a zero throttle coastdown. Full Throttle Downshift A quick apply of the accelerator pedal to its full travel, forcing a downshift. ...