Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year. Inspect the power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.
Wheels and Trim—Aluminum or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and ...
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the fuel
door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make th ...
Other materials:
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing Side
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing
Side
Callout
Component Name
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Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Assembly
Special Tools
DT-23129 Universal Seal Remover
DT-47790 Seal Insta ...
Heating and Air Conditioning System Description and Operation
Engine Coolant
Engine coolant is the key element of the heating system. The engine thermostat
controls the normal engine operating coolant temperature. Coolant pumped out
of the engine enters the heater core through the inlet heater hose. The air
flowing through the HVAC module abs ...
Drive Belt Installation
Special Tools
EN-955 Locking Pins
EN-48488 Holding Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Ensure that the drive belt tensioner is held with EN-955?E
locking pin.
Install the drive belt.
Move the drive belt tensioner clockwise until EN- ...
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