Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Different Size Tires and Wheels
If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes, rollover airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the performance of these systems can also be affected.
Warning
If different sized wheels are used, there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician.
See Buying New Tires and Accessories and Modifications.
Buying New Tires
GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment
tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread
shoulder and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information r ...
Other materials:
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can
damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Approv ...
Outside Rearview Mirror Housing Replacement
Outside Rearview Mirror Housing Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the outside rearview housing cover. Refer to Outside Rearview
Mirror Housing Rear Cover Replacement.
Remove the outside rear ...
Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjuster Replacement
Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjuster Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the hydraulic valve lash adjuster arms. Refer to Hydraulic Valve
Lash Adjuster Arm Replacement.
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