Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement

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Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
1	Rear Spring Procedure If removing the rear spring to service other suspension components, note the position of the rear spring in relationship to the insulators. Support the rear axle with a hydraulic jack. Remove the lower rear shock absorber bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
2	Upper Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear frame rail.
3	Lower Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear axle.

Ball Joint Inspection

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Caution. Raise the front of the vehicle to allow the front suspension to hang free. Grasp the tire at the top and the bottom. Move the ...

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning. ...

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Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement (Sedan)
Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement. 1 Rear Bumper Impact Bar Bolt (Qty:?€‰4 ...

Steering Gear Replacement
Steering Gear Replacement Callout Component Name Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to p ...

Camshaft Cover Replacement
Camshaft Cover Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement. Remove the PCV hose. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replac ...

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