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:
SIR Warning
Warning: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
(SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following
conditions:
Air bag deployment
Personal injury
Unnecessary SIR system repairs
In order to avoid the above conditions, ...
Park Brake System Description and Operation
System Component Description
The park brake system consists of the following:
Park Brake Lever Assembly
Receives, multiplies, and transfers park brake system apply input force
from driver to park brake cable system.
Releases applied park brake system when lever release ...
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing Side
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing
Side
Callout
Component Name
1
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Assembly
Special Tools
DT-23129 Universal Seal Remover
DT-47790 Seal Insta ...
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