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.
- 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.
Note:
This inspection procedure does not supersede local government required inspections that have more stringent requirements.
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
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
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
Other materials:
Tire Terminology and Definitions
Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square
inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per
square inch).
Accessory Weight: The combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples
of optional accessories are automatic t ...
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Replacement
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Procedure
Raise the headrest to the full upward position.
Depress the flush button on the he ...
Brake Pad Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Inspect the disc brake pads at regular intervals, or whenever the tire and
wheel assemblies are removed from the vehicle.
If replacement is necessary, always replace disc brake pads in axle sets.
Inspect both edges of the disc brake ...
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