Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Suspension
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Front Suspension Description and Operation
- Front and Rear Suspension Modification Kit Installation
- Rear Axle Replacement
- Rear Suspension Description and Operation
- Special Tools
- Trim Height Inspection
- Ball Joint Inspection
- Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
- Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement
- Lower Control Arm Replacement
- Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (Disc Brake)
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (Drum Brake)
- Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
- Hub/Axle Flange and Wheel Stud Runout Inspection
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (Disc Brake)
- Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (Drum Brake)
- Tire and Wheel Assembly-to-Hub/Axle Flange Match-Mounting
- Steering Knuckle Replacement
- Liftgate Strut Replacement
- Strut Assembly Removal and Installation
- Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement
- Shock Absorber Disposal
- Shock Absorber Replacement
- Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection
- Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection (Shock Absorber)
- Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
- Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement
- Stabilizer Shaft Replacement
Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position.
Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1).
Adjust the toe to specification by turning the inner tie rod (2). Refer
...
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
Special Tools
EN-45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
...
Other materials:
Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection
Special Tools
CH-28662 Brake Pedal Effort Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
With the ignition OFF and the brakes cool, apply the brakes 3–5 times, or
until the brake pedal becomes firm, in order to deplete the brake booster power
reserve.
In ...
Battery Charging
Special Tools
EL 50313 Battery Tester
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Diagnostic Aids
For best results, use an automatic taper-rate battery charger with a
voltage capability of 16 V.
The charging area should be well ventilated.
Do not charge a bat ...
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Installation
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 3 exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and the washers and
tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in).
...
0.0073