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:
Safety Function Override
If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working,
the windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. Before
reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.
To program the driver window:
1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCE ...
Front Differential Carrier Cleaning and Inspection
Front Differential Carrier Cleaning and Inspection
Callout
Component Name
Caution: After cleaning the transmission components, allow
to air dry. Do not use cloth or paper towels in order to dry any transmission
compo ...
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)
Squeeze to ...
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