Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Wheel Replacement

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Steering Wheel Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering wheel and on the steering column shaft.
1	Steering Wheel Bolt Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Procedure Clean thread of the bolt. Apply NEW locking compound to the thread. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers. Tighten 30 Y (22 lb ft)
2	Steering Wheel Procedure Disconnect all electrical connectors as necessary. Loosen the steering wheel bolt until 2 to 3 threads are left engaged. Wiggle the steering wheel until the steering wheel disengages completely. Remove the steering wheel bolt. Remove the steering wheel. Copy the match marks from the old steering wheel to the new steering wheel. Transfer any parts as necessary.

Steering Wheel Horn Contact Replacement

Steering Wheel Horn Contact Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the steering wheel inflatable restr ...

Steering Wheel Straight and Column Locked Caution

Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking ...

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Keys
Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in ...

Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
The green vehicle ahead indicator will appear when a vehicle is detected ahead. Whenever this indicator does not appear, FCA will not respond. The indicator may disappear on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills, or due to poor visibility. The FCA system will not detect another vehicle ahead ...

Special Tools
Illustration Tool Number/Description CH-41013 J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit CH-42450-A J 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit CH-45101 J ...

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