Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Steering

Braking

Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average driver reaction time is about three-quart ...

Electric Power Steering

The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can ...

Other materials:

Front Camber Adjustment
Note: DO NOT grind the front strut bores for the bolts to allow adjustment of the front camber. There are service bolts available to allow the front camber to be adjusted, if needed. If the front camber is out of specifications, perform the following: Remove the f ...

Engine Oil Cooler Assemble
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Install the engine oil filter cap (1) along with a NEW seal ring (2) and a NEW oil filter element (3) and tighten to  25 Y (18 lb ft). Install the engine oil pressure indicator switch (5) and ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Water Outlet)
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Drain the cooling system. ...