Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires.
Caution
Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/ or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle.
Weatherstrips
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot,
dry climates may require more f ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Turning the Systems Off and On
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center console.
Caution
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle
driveline could be damaged.
To turn off only TCS, press and release the
button. The traction off light
displays in the instrument cluster.
To tu ...
Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping
Special Tools
EL-38826 SIR Deployment Harness
EL-39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Live and Undeployed Air Bag
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning.
Take special care when handling or s ...
Lower Control Arm Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Installation.
Remove the front wheelhouse rear liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner
Replacement.
Re ...
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