Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Brake Adjustment
Every moderate brake stop, the disc brakes adjust for wear. If rarely making moderate or heavier brake stops, the brakes might not adjust correctly. Very carefully making a few moderate brake stops about every 1 600 km (1,000 miles) will adjust the brakes properly.
If the vehicle has rear drum brakes and the brake pedal goes down farther than normal, the rear drum brakes might need adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there
is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might
be required. ...
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top
quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The
vehicle was designed and tested with ...
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When It Is Time for New Tires
Factors such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and
road conditions affect the wear rate of the tires.
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear
indicators appear when the tires have only 1.6mm (1/16 in) or less of tread rema ...
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side (Sedan)
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
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Preliminary Procedures
Remove the rear compartment floor panel carpet. Refer to Rear Compartment
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement.
Remove the rear c ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Apply the parking brake. Be read ...
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