Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year. Inspect the power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.
Wheels and Trim—Aluminum or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and ...
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the fuel
door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make th ...
Other materials:
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
Warning
A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety
belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them inspected ...
Liftgate Window Replacement
Special Tools
BO-24402-A Glass Sealant Remover (Cold Knife)
BO-39032 Stationary Glass Removal Tool
Use an adhesive that is approved by GM
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning.
Note ...
Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension absorbs the impact of the tires travelling over irregular
road surfaces and dissipates this energy t ...
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