Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: 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 them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
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, lea ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P (Park)
properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in
the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
This is called “torque lock.” To prevent t ...
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Cover Replacement (4 Way)
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner Cover
Procedure
Remove the tensioner cover by pushing downward on the rear and center
o ...
Valve Lifter Installation
Special Tool
EN-845 Suction Device
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Observe the correct locations.
Note: Coat the sliding surfaces with NEW engine oil.
Install the 16 valve lifter (1), using the EN-845 suction device . ...
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