Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Pedal Pushrod Inspection
- Disconnect the brake pedal pushrod (2) from the brake pedal.
- Reposition the pedal pushrod boot (1) toward the front of the vehicle to expose as much of the pedal pushrod (2) as possible.
- Inspect the brake pedal pushrod (2) for straightness.
- If the brake pedal pushrod (2) is not straight, then the pushrod requires replacement.
- Return the pedal pushrod boot (1) to its original position on the pedal pushrod (2).
- Connect the brake pedal pushrod (2) to the brake pedal.
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument
Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement.
Disconnect the brake pedal position sen ...
Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection
Special Tools
CH-28662 Brake Pedal Effort Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
With the ignition OFF and the brakes cool, apply the brakes 3–5 times, or
unt ...
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Drive Range, First Gear Engine Braking (Gen 1)
When the gear selector lever is moved to the Drive (D) range from the Neutral
(N) position, the transmission will provide engine braking. In this operating range,
the normally-low 1234 pressure control solenoid 5 is commanded ON and, in the engine
braking mode, the following changes occur with ...
Transmission Case Cleaning and Inspection
Transmission Case Cleaning and Inspection
Callout
Component Name
Caution: Do not use abrasive pads or bristle devices to clean
the sealing surfaces. Abrasive pads produce a fine grit that can effect
transmission func ...
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could
have been prevented by following published procedur ...
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