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:
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning.
Note: There are several types of Plastic Collar Fuel and Evaporative
Emission Quick Connect Fittings used on this vehicle.
Bartholomew?€‰(1)
Q Release?€‰(2)
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Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (Disc Brake)
Special Tools
EN–45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking
the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Insta ...
Replacement Wheels Description
Replace the wheel if any of the following conditions exist:
The wheel exhibits excessive runout.
The wheel is bent.
The wheel is cracked.
The wheel is severely rusted.
The wheel is severely corroded.
Note: Air leaks caused by porosity on aluminum wheels are repairable.
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