Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Brakes

Manual Transmission

The vehicle may be equipped with a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission. Caution Shifting the vehicle initially into any gear other than 1 (First) or R (Reverse) can damage the clutch. Shift t ...

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

This vehicle has ABS, an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might b ...

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Rear Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Caution: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the f ...

Front Brake Caliper Overhaul
Disassembly Procedure Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning. Warning: Do not place fingers in front of the caliper piston(s) in an attempt to catch or protect it when applying compressed air. The piston(s) ...

Hydraulic Brake System Description and Operation
System Component Description The hydraulic brake system consists of the following: Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Contains a supply of brake fluid for the hydraulic brake system. Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder Converts mechanical input force into hydr ...