Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Tire Rotation
In order to equalize wear, rotate the tires at the specified intervals. Also, rotate the tire and wheel assembly whenever you notice uneven tire wear.
Radial tires tend to wear faster in the shoulder area, particularly in front positions, due to design. Radial tires in non-drive locations may develop an irregular wear pattern that can generate tire noise. This especially makes regular tire rotation necessary.
- Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- For vehicles with single rear wheels (4 tires), rotate the tires as shown.
- For vehicles with single rear wheels (5 tires), rotate the tires as shown.
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed
to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted
onto each tire and wheel as ...
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).
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Headlamp Aiming
Visual Aiming Preparation Procedure
Note: Some state and local laws specify requirements for headlamp
aim. Comply with all of these laws when performing any headlamp aiming operations.
Headlamp aim should be checked:
When a new headlamp capsule is installed.
If ser ...
Valve Guide Reaming, and Valve and Seat Grinding
Valve Cleaning Procedure
Use soft bristle wire brush to clean any carbon build-up from the valve
head. DO NOT use a wire brush on any part of the valve stem. The valve stem
is chrome plated to provide enhanced wear characteristics. Wire brushing
the stem could remove the chr ...
Manual Shift Detent Lever with Shaft Position Switch Assembly and Park Pawl
Actuator Removal
Table 1:
Manual Shaft Detent (w/Shift Position Switch) Lever
Assembly Removal
Table 2:
Park Pawl Actuator Guide Removal
Manual Shaft Detent (w/Shift Position
Switch) Lever Assembly Removal
Manual Shaft Detent (w/Shift Position Switch) Lever Assemb ...
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