Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
Special Tools
CH-50559 Wheel Hub/Bearing Remover Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the steering knuckle assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Steering
Knuckle Replacement.
- Position the steering knuckle assembly (1) in a suitable vise.
- Position the CH-50059-1 wheel hub/bearing removal/installation bridge
assembly (1) and the CH-50559-2 wheel hub/bearing removal/installation adapter (2) on
the wheel bearing inner hub.
- Using the CH-50059-1 and the CH-50559-2 , remove the wheel hub from
the wheel bearing.
- If the inner race of the bearing is pulled out with the hub, remove
the inner race from the using the appropriate tools (1, 2).
- Using the appropriate tool, remove the retaining ring (1) from the steering
knuckle.
- Position the CH-50559-1 wheel hub/bearing removal/installation bridge
assembly (1) and the CH-50559-3 wheel bearing removal adapter (2) on the
steering knuckle.
- Remove the wheel bearing from the steering knuckle and discard it. Inspect
the bore of the of the steering knuckle for pitting, scoring wear, or corrosion.
If damage cannot be easily cleaned up with light sanding, replace the steering
knuckle.
- Installation Procedure
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Note:
- The bearing must be installed with the rubber seal facing inboard.
- Ensure that the wheel bearing is evenly seated in the steering
knuckle.
- Using the CH-50559-4 wheel hub/bearing installation adapter (1) and
the appropriate extension and press, install the new bearing into the steering
knuckle until it is correctly seated.
- Position the CH-50559-4 (1) wheel hub/bearing installation adapter and
the appropriate extension to the inside of the bearing and position the
CH-50559-2 wheel hub removal/installation adapter and the appropriate extension
on the wheel hub.
- Press in the hub until it is correctly seated.
- Using the appropriate tool, install the retaining ring (1).
- Verify the hub rotates smoothly.
- Install the steering knuckle assembly in the vehicle. Refer to Steering
Knuckle Replacement.
- Lower the vehicle.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Installation. ...
Special Tools
EN–45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking
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Other materials:
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is
turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
Sunroof
The power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until
any door is opened.
The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACC ...
Battery Tray Replacement
Battery Tray Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
Unclip the engine control module (ECM) bracket from the battery
tray and set aside.
Unclip the ...
Engine Control Module Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) interacts with many emission related components
and systems, and monitors emission related components and systems for deterioration.
OBD II diagnostics monitor the system performance and a diagnostic trouble code
(DTC) sets if the system performance degrades. Th ...
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