Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced, be sure to get new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly. For example, installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and rear brakes — for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed.
Brake Adjustment
Every moderate brake stop, the disc brakes adjust for wear. If rarely making
moderate or heavier brake stops, the brakes might not adjust correctly. Very carefully
making a few moderate brake stop ...
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for
the location of the reservoir.
There are ...
Other materials:
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water.
Warning
Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as ...
Front and Rear Suspension Modification Kit Installation
Installation Instruction Part Number
23158166
23158167
Tools Required
CH 49375 Strut Rod Nut Socket
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Vehicle Service Manual.
Front Strut Removal Procedure
Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Vehicle Service Manual.
Raise a ...
Reverse (Gen 1)
When the gear selector lever is moved to the Reverse (R) position (from the Park
position) the normally-high 35R pressure control solenoid 2 is commanded ON and
the following changes occur in the transmission? hydraulic and electrical systems:
3-5-Reverse Clutch Applies
Manual Valv ...
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