Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brakes

Chassis

General

Other materials:

Crankshaft and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Special Tools EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit GE-571-B Dial Gauge For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Crankshaft End Play, Check Note: Crankshaft attached with crankshaft bearing caps. Install the GE-571-B gauge  (1). ...

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 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting t ...

Transmission System Description and Operation
The F17 is a 5 speed manual transmission assembly. Note: Use only transmission fluid listed within the Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for this manual transmission assembly. Other lubricants or additives may affect the shift performance. The F17 (Gen 1) 5 Speed m ...