Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame skid plate.
- Remove the front suspension frame skid plate (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Position the front suspension frame skid plate (2) on the frame.
- Install the front suspension frame skid plate mounting bolts (2) and
tighten to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
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Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
Special Tools
EN-45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
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Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension ab ...
Other materials:
Parking Brake Adjustment (Disc Brake)
Note: The park brake cable adjusting nut is a nylon lock type. Use
ONLY HAND TOOLS whenever tightening or loosening the adjusting nut.
Apply and fully release the park brake several times. Verify that the park
brake lever releases completely.
Turn ON the ignition. Verify the red B ...
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (LUV)
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Clamp (Qty: 2)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special T ...
2-6 Clutch Piston Removal
2-6 Clutch Piston Removal
Callout
Component Name
1
2? Clutch Spring Retainer
Special Tool
DT-28585 Snap Ring Remover or equivalent
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special
Tools.
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