Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Caliper Inspection
- Inspect the brake caliper housing (1) for cracks, excess wear, and/or damage. If any of these conditions are present, the brake caliper requires replacement.
- Inspect the caliper piston dust boot seal (2) for cracks, tears, cuts, deterioration and/or improper seating in the caliper body. If any of these conditions are present, the brake caliper requires overhaul or replacement.
- Inspect for brake fluid leakage around the caliper piston dust boot seal (6) and on the disc brake pads. If there is any evidence of brake fluid leakage, the brake caliper requires overhaul or replacement.
- Inspect for smooth and complete travel of the caliper pistons into the caliper bores:
Warning:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
- The movement of the caliper pistons into the caliper bores should be smooth and even. If the caliper piston is frozen or difficult to bottom, the caliper requires overhaul or replacement.
- Insert a discarded inner brake pad (2) or block of wood in front of the piston. Using a large C-clamp (1) installed over the body of the caliper (3) and against the brake pad or block of wood, slowly bottom the piston in the bore.
Brake Calipers
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Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer ...
Other materials:
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 other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed
after driving on roads that have bee ...
Power Steering System Description and Operation
The power steering system reduces the amount of effort needed to steer the vehicle.
The system uses the powertrain control module (PCM), body control module (BCM),
power steering control module (PSCM), discrete battery voltage supply circuit, steering
shaft torque sensor, steering wheel positi ...
Turbocharger Disassemble
Special Tool
EN-49940 Remover Quick Connector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Remove the 2 turbocharger oil return pipe bolts (2).
Remove the turbocharger oil return pipe (1) and the sealing (3) from the
turbocharger.
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