Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Primary

Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Programming and Setup

Special Tools EL-49642 SPS Programming Support Tool For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: DO NOT program a control module unless directed to by a service procedu ...

Pretensioner Handling and Scrapping

Scrapping Procedure During the course of a vehicles useful life, certain situations may arise which will necessitate the disposal of a live (undeployed) pretensioner. The following info ...

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Front Brake Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. Remove the front brake rotor. Refer to ...

Service Prior to Assembly
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined, honed, polished and lapped surfaces with minor tolerances. When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are ...

Timing Belt Tensioner Replacement
Special Tools EN-6333 Timing Belt Tensioner Locking Pin EN-6340 Camshaft Locking Tool EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement. ...