Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note:
This inspection procedure does not supersede local government
required inspections that have more stringent requirements.
- Inspect the outer tie rod seal. If the outer tie rod seal is torn, replace
the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Raise the side of the vehicle being inspected with a floor jack while maintaining
contact between the opposite wheel and the shop floor. Support the lower control
arm with a floor jack stand as far outboard as possible and remove the floor
jack. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Install the GE-8001 dial indicator between the outer tie rod and
the steering knuckle as shown in the graphic. Note that the tire and wheel assembly
is shown removed only for clarification of the GE-8001 dial indicator
position.
- Grasping the tire at the 3 o'clock (2) and 9 o'clock (1) positions, gently
push in on one side of the tire to remove any lash.
- Zero the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- On the same side of the tire previously pushed inwards, gently pull outwards
and measure the lash.
- Record the measurement shown on the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- If the measured value exceeds 0.5 mm (0.02 in), replace the outer tie rod.
Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Repeat the procedure for the other side.
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
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Rear Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement
Rear Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear side door trim. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Replacement.
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Rear Side Door Pull Handle ...
Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Tensioner
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage
Outer Tie Rod Rep ...
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
Special Tools
J-45859 Axle Remover
For regional equivalent tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the front suspension skid plate bolts (1) and the front suspen ...
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