Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Bushing and Mating Shaft Inspection
Note:
Proper bushing and corresponding mating shaft inspection should be performed before replacing the bushing, shaft, and in some cases, the component which houses the bushing. Thoroughly clean and dry the bushing and shaft surfaces before inspecting for damage.
Any of the following bushing conditions require replacement of the bushing and/or housing:
- Discoloration due to heat distress
- Misalignment or displacement of bushing as a result of spinning in housing
- Medium to heavy scoring that can be easily detected with fingernail. Light scoring is a normal condition.
- Debris embedded into the bushing lining material
- Obvious damage, including excessive and uneven wear
- Excessive polishing. Minor polishing of the bushing is an indication of normal wear and does not require replacement.
Any of the following conditions require replacement of the bushing's mating shaft:
- Discoloration due to heat distress
- Rough surface finish that can be easily detected with finger
- Obvious shaft abnormalities, including warping or uneven surfaces
- Obvious damage or cracking
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Before starting this check, be sure there is enough roo ...
Other materials:
Radio Controls without Touchscreen
The buttons used to control the radio are:
P /VOL: Press to turn the radio on and off.
RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between AM, FM, and SiriusXM®, if equipped.
Push/MENU/TUNE Knob: Turn to navigate the available menus. Turn to search for
stations.
INFO: Press to display additional information ...
Roof Front Header Panel Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair
Warning.
Note: The roof front header panel is made of Ultra High Strength
Steel and should be replaced only at factory joints. Repairing or sectioning
of this part is not recomme ...
Caster Description
Caster is the tilting of the uppermost point of the steering axis either forward
or backward, when viewed from the side of the vehicle. A backward tilt is positive (+)
and a forward tilt is negative (−). Caster influences directional control of the
steering but does not a ...
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