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:
Blower Motor Replacement
Removal Procedure — Production Blower Motor
Remove the passenger side instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument
Panel Insulator Replacement.
Remove the passenger side inflatable restraint instrument panel lower
module. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replaceme ...
Water Inlet Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
Replacement.
Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1) and the radiator
ou ...
Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Front Cover Cleaning Procedure
Clean the engine front cover sealing surface.
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in
order to prevent eye injury.
Caution: To ensure proper engine lubrication, clean clogged
or contaminated oil g ...
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