Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, Spring and Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can develop.
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 ...
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make
sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced
to restore corrosion protecti ...
Other materials:
Drum Brake Hardware Replacement (J93, J94)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
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 brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum R ...
Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position.
Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1).
Adjust the toe to specification by turning the inner tie rod (2). Refer
to Wheel Alignment Specifications.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Tighten the t ...
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Removal
Remove the oil dipstick.
Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt (1).
Note: If the engine oil level is at the maximum level, oil may
emerge while removing the oil dipstick guide tube.
Remove the oil level indicator tube (2) and oil level indicator seal.
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