Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
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Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. |
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Rear Spring Procedure
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Upper Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear frame rail. |
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Lower Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear axle. |
Ball Joint Inspection
Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Caution.
Raise the front of the vehicle to allow the front suspension to hang free.
Grasp the tire at the top and the bottom.
Move the ...
Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement
Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement
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Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning.
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Other materials:
Cargo Cover (Hatchback)
Warning: An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden
stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from
the vehicle.
The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle.
To remove the cargo cover:
Remove both of the cords fr ...
Oil Pan Removal
Remove the 16 oil pan bolts (1).
Caution: Pry the oil pan carefully in order to prevent damage
to the transaxle case or the oil pan sealing surfaces.
Place a suitable prying tool to the area shown (1) and carefully pry the
oil pan loose.
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Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the
vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel
(I/P) and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Loca ...
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