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:
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument
Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
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Headlamp S ...
Disc Brake System Description and Operation
System Component Description
The disc brake system consists of the following components:
Disc Brake Pads
Applies mechanical output force from the hydraulic brake calipers to
friction surfaces of brake rotors.
Disc Brake Rotors
Uses mechanical output force ap ...
Cooling System Description and Operation
Cooling System
The cooling system maintains the engine operating temperature at the efficient
level under any speed and operating condition. When the engine is cold, the
cooling system cools the engine slowly or not at all. The slow cooling of the
engine allows the engine to warm u ...
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