Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Master Cylinder Reservoir Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution:
Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution.
- Remove the brake master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement.
- Remove and discard the brake master cylinder reservoir roll pin (1).
- Remove the master cylinder reservoir (1) by carefully pulling straight upward.
- Remove the brake fluid level indicator switch, if necessary. Refer to Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement.
- Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir seals (1).
- If replacing the master cylinder reservoir, discard the reservoir seals.
- Installation Procedure
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- Lightly lubricate the brake master cylinder reservoir seals (1) with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed, brake fluid container.
- Install the lubricated brake master cylinder reservoir seals to the brake master cylinder.
- Install the master cylinder reservoir (1) by firmly pressing straight downward.
- Install the brake fluid level indicator switch, if removed. Refer to Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement.
- Install a new brake master cylinder reservoir roll pin (1).
- Install the brake master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement.
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Visually inspect the brake fluid level through the ...
Front Brake Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Danger: Do not use a service jack to lift this vehicle. Li ...
Other materials:
Smartphone Link (Overview)
Before Using Smartphone Link
If equipped, the vehicle can connect to Pandora®, Stitcher SmartRadio™, or other
available applications through the infotainment system. The applications must be
downloaded to the device first, then the device can be connected to the infotainment
system.
Pan ...
Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
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 I ...
Trim Height Inspection
Trim Height Measurement
Trim height is a predetermined measurement relating to vehicle ride height.
Incorrect trim heights can cause the vehicle to bottom out over bumps, damage
to the suspension components and symptoms similar to wheel alignment problems.
Check the trim heights wh ...
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