Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame skid plate.
- Remove the front suspension frame skid plate (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Position the front suspension frame skid plate (2) on the frame.
- Install the front suspension frame skid plate mounting bolts (2) and
tighten to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
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Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
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
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Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension ab ...
Other materials:
Body Side Upper Front Applique Replacement
Body Side Upper Front Applique Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution.
Preliminary Procedure
Open either the left front or right front door in order to access ...
Front Lower Grille Replacement
Front Lower Grille Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the front bumper fascia assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement.
Remove the front bumper fascia energy absorber. Refer to Fron ...
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Hatchback - Right)
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
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Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner ...
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